To Minister: The Story of War Memorial Hospital Waverley 1918 - 1988 Betty Green

by Betty Green

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The War Memorial Hospital in Waverley, established in 1919 and opened in 1921, was a key community initiative designed to serve as both a private hospital and a permanent memorial for World War I casualties in Sydney's eastern suburbs. It was developed from the donated Vickery family home, "Edina", to honor fallen soldiers, a story documented by Betty Green for its 1918–1988 history. Origin (1918–1919): Following WWI, there was a strong desire to create a memorial. Mrs. E. Vickery and her family donated their magnificent, historic Victorian mansion, "Edina" (built c. 1880s), along with its grounds on Birrell Street, to the Methodist Church of New South Wales. Establishment (1921–1922): The mansion was transformed to meet hospital requirements, and the hospital was officially opened on Armistice Day, November 11, 1922, fulfilling a dual purpose as a medical facility and a war memorial. Significance: The site is considered a place of very high cultural significance and represents a lasting connection to the community's sacrifice. The 1918-1988 Story: This period, covering the hospital's establishment and its subsequent development, is documented in the work "To minister : the story of War Memorial Hospital, Waverley, 1918-1988"

• Year: 1918
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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