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WWI local history

Stories of those who served

Our researched stories paint a picture of the lives of the soldiers from the Kiama area who served in World War I.

Local WW1 recruits

Details about the soldiers and nurses who enlisted in the Kiama Municipality for WWI.

Recruitment marches

Learn more about the 2 recruitment drives that took place on the South Coast.

Honour rolls and memorabilia

Find out about the war memorials in our area, and other commemorative plaques, scrolls, laid stones, and trees. Take a look at posters and postcards and other commemorative items from the time.

Further resources

Further resources available to help you discover more about the history of WW1 and the Kiama district's involvement.

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7 Railway Parade
Kiama NSW 2533
PO Box 75
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8 Blackwood Street
Gerringong NSW 2534
Phone: (02) 4234 2302
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Family History Centre

7 Railway Parade
Kiama NSW 2533
PO Box 75
Phone: (02) 4233 1122
Email: fhc@kiama.nsw.gov.au

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