Bomber Command Memorial, Canberra

The Bomber Command Commemorative Day Foundation organises the annual memorial service at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. The first ceremony was held in 2008 and it has become one of the most well-attended commemorative events at the AWM, second only to ANZAC Day and Remembrance Day.

First ceremony held 2008One of most attended events at AWMOver 4,000 Australian aircrew lost in Bomber Command

The Australian War Memorial hosts the annual Bomber Command Memorial Service in honour of the thousands of Australians who served with Bomber Command during World War II. Over 3,000 Australians died and one in five of Australia's combat deaths were in Bomber Command.

Located in Western Sculpture Garden at AWMLancaster 'G for George' (460 Squadron, 90+ missions) displayed as centrepiece