Sir John Monash Centre, Military memorial museum in Fouilloy, France
The Sir John Monash Centre contains 400 LCD screens that present detailed accounts of Australian military operations during World War I through multimedia displays.
The centre pays tribute to 295,000 Australian soldiers who served in World War I, including 132,000 wounded and 46,000 who gave their lives.
Personal letters and diaries from Australian soldiers and nurses provide direct testimonies of wartime experiences through interactive digital installations.
The museum opens daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM with free admission, and visitors should plan for a 90-minute tour using the SJMC mobile application.
The facility incorporates advanced sound and lighting systems across multiple exhibition spaces, displaying six hours of Australian wartime content.
Location: Fouilloy
Website: https://sjmc.gov.au/
Address: Route de Villers Bretonneux, 80800 Fouilloy, France 80800 Fouilloy 80800 Fouilloy
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 10:00-17:00
Phone: +33360620140
Website: https://sjmc.gov.au
GPS coordinates: 49.88705,2.51335
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:39
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