The National War Memorial which was first erected in 

the aftermath of the First World War, stands today as a 

tribute to all who have served in the past, present and 

future. 

The people's willingness to act is expressed in the army 

of bronze figures that moves through an archway high 

above the granite terrace below. 

There is a look of eagerness and sincerity on their faces. 

Above them stand Peace and Freedom - the promise of 

what will follow after the great sacrifices that would be 

made by the people below them. 

There are 22 bronze figures in the procession, each