Rockhampton

MapLat 23° 22' 60S Long 150° 30' 0E  Central Queensland town, known as "Rocky".

History
During the war, linked by rail south to Brisbane and north to Townsville, the area was occupied by the US Army I Corps and the 41st Infantry Division, before they were shipped to Townsville, and deployed to New Guinea. During the war, the town was visited by many famous Americans, including First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and entertainer Joe E. Brown.

Click For EnlargementBotanical Gardens
I Corps enlisted men were stationed in the Botanical Gardens. These gardens are still present , as a wildlife preserve, gardens and park area for the town.

Criterien Hotel
US officers were billeted here during the war. This historic hotel is still in operation to this day.

Rockhampton Airfield
Used during the war by Australian and American aircraft

Central Queensland Military & Artefact Museum
156 Bolsover Street, Rockhampton 4700
Tel 4921 0648 Admission $5 (adult)
Small museum in town, with displays related to Australian military history, and early Rochhampton.

 

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