Cowra Prisoner of War Camp
Cowra Prisoner of War Camp
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Roadtripping Nanny
Newcastle, Australia466 contributions
Oct. 2023 • Couples
The remains of the POW camp are clearly seen and lots of signs and information boards to explain it all. There are clean toilets there also, and an interesting audio presentation also. Well worth a visit.
Written 8 November 2023
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ozrick33Sydney
Baulkham Hills, Australia1,486 contributions
Nov. 2023 • Couples
There are no physical buildings still on site but there are remnants and very comprehensive explanations about the history of the POW camp.
A very interesting chapter in Australian history.
A very interesting chapter in Australian history.
Written 5 November 2023
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Travellers from Oz
Sydney, Australia137 contributions
Jun. 2023 • Couples
Always wanted to come here - having seen the Cowra Breakout series as a kid.
At first it looks as though there is not much here, but the way it is set out, with lost of stories of the history and what life was like paint a picture and make it well worth a visit.
At first it looks as though there is not much here, but the way it is set out, with lost of stories of the history and what life was like paint a picture and make it well worth a visit.
Written 21 June 2023
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Gary S
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Feb. 2023
We drove to this location, parked the car and saw where the POW camp buildings were - we were wrong. There is a map at the start that shows you where all the building actually were, and it is huge. You can walk all around if you want - there are signs that I presume give you a little more information on each area, but it was a tad warm on the day we went, so we just took a short walk to a few things within the "compound". You could easily spend an hour or so here, its size is quite deceptive. Everyone should have this on their list of must do's when you are in Cowra. In fact, everyone should go to Cowra just to see this facility, along with all the other amazing sights.
Written 12 February 2023
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RUTH H
Sydney, Australia16 contributions
Feb. 2023
The information provided at this site gave us an insight into the way the camp was laid out and the way the POWs were segregated for safety reasons and their cultural differences. Whilst only a small section of the whole camp has been heritage listed, we were provided with information about how vast and isolated this camp was (even though only a short drive from the Town Centre). If you are war history buff or not, Cowra offers an honest review in the history of the breakout and the hardships experienced by the internment officers and the prisoners. The monuments from all four cultures involved are reverently represented.
Written 11 February 2023
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Lorraine L
Tarwin Lower, Australia3,009 contributions
Nov. 2022
You need to visit here while in Cowra particularly if you are visiting the other WW2 significant sites because it gives you a different perspective of the part Cowra played in the war effort.
Written 3 November 2022
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Billpar
Shepparton, Australia61 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
The prisoner of war camp is a world heritage site & is beautifully signed & maintained. A must to visit when in Cowra.
At the guard tower there is a wonderful recording which gives a concise history of the camp & the diverse nationalities involved.
At the guard tower there is a wonderful recording which gives a concise history of the camp & the diverse nationalities involved.
Written 28 May 2022
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Sydlady
Sydney, Australia238 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Couples
We were disappointed by the area, although lovely vistas, the hologram at the information Centre was much better. It needs more interactive displays.
Written 17 April 2022
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DianeF24
Canberra, Australia189 contributions
Feb. 2022
Not much left of the site but set up well to provide details of the Cowra Break out. Worth the stop and find out about our history, Historically Significant and important to keep alive.
Written 16 February 2022
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Petal
Brisbane, Australia926 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Family
Make sure you see the POW Hologram Theatre, located within the Cowra Visitor Information Centre, before you come to the POW camp. It tells the story of the Cowra Breakout and its aftermath from the perspective of a young woman, and really sets the scene.
There is not much left on the site, but you experience an eeire feeling and the respect for what occured and those who died in the battle.
Bring your walking shoes and water as it is very exposed and the points of interest are along a walking track dotted with ruins and signs explaining what occured.
It is definately a place where all Australians should come to and reflect that this was the only time on Australia soil where shots were fired in combat. The brave men who left into action in the middle of the night only to be over run and killed are commendable. Lest we forget.
There is not much left on the site, but you experience an eeire feeling and the respect for what occured and those who died in the battle.
Bring your walking shoes and water as it is very exposed and the points of interest are along a walking track dotted with ruins and signs explaining what occured.
It is definately a place where all Australians should come to and reflect that this was the only time on Australia soil where shots were fired in combat. The brave men who left into action in the middle of the night only to be over run and killed are commendable. Lest we forget.
Written 4 February 2022
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Gabriella R
3 contributions
Hi. Am I able to bring my leashed Jack Russell to this site? Thank you
Lorraine L
Tarwin Lower, Australia3,009 contributions
Hi, I am not positive but I think you can.
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