Kanchanaburi March 2009

**phuketbound** · 26-04-2009, 10:28 AM

I've been to most of those places too. Kanchanaburi is a great place with so much history. Well done. Love the last pic there..

It is impressive how much work the Thai people put into upkeeping the cemetaries.

**Mid** · 26-04-2009, 10:50 AM

It is impressive how much work the Thai people put into upkeeping the cemetaries.

suspect much of the credit belongs to the Australian War Graves Commission .

**nedwalk** · 26-04-2009, 04:31 PM

thanks for the pics mate. i was in kan last year with the family, stayed at the 'ploy', for such a place of so much horror, i have never sensed so much peace, the cemetary reduced me, so much sadness. and i,ll go back again

LEST WE FORGET

**kingwilly** · 26-04-2009, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

seem to forget the Brits and Dutch who also went through this hell.

Fair comment.

Nice thread Terry, I like the last pic.

Did you go and watch the footy?

**terry57** · 26-04-2009, 06:32 PM

Originally Posted by Mid

It is impressive how much work the Thai people put into up keeping the cemeteries.

suspect much of the credit belongs to the Australian War Graves Commission .

Without the War Graves Commission the cemeteries would be a dogs breakfast no doubt about that at all but one must acknowledge the Thai workers, there dedication, quality of work and commitment to there job.

They gain respect from all that visit.

**jizzybloke** · 26-04-2009, 06:35 PM

Good thread and nice pictures Terry, cheers mate.

**cimboc** · 26-04-2009, 07:23 PM

When over in 06 we visited kanners, stopped at the aus museum and a few cemeteries but somehow totally missed the JEATH museum - cheers for sharing it looks very impressive and informative.

Nice place, we enjoyed the bus as we experienced the train from bkk down to HH previously.

I seem to recall a thread this time last year going off the rails - lets hope history doesn't repeat.

**Twocam** · 26-04-2009, 08:20 PM

We were there on Saturday for both the dawn service at Hellfire Pass & the 11am service at the cemetary. What an honour to see 3 former POWs come back, their dignity was something to behold. Many people travelled from Australia especially to attend. No yobbos, just people being respectful all round. A good day for our kids to be proud of being Aussies.

**malcolm** · 26-04-2009, 10:51 PM

I live near Kanchanaburi , and I must say this is one of the nicest photo shots I've seen , I've took a lot , but you have a good eye ,thanks Malcolm

**MeMock** · 04-05-2009, 10:56 PM

Originally Posted by cimboc

When over in 06 we visited kanners, stopped at the aus museum and a few cemeteries but somehow totally missed the JEATH museum - cheers for sharing it looks very impressive and informative.

You missed it because I didn't take you there!

I thought the Australian museum was much better.
Anyway, nice thread Terry, I much prefer visiting the museum over the river where you took those pics of them cleaning the place up. I have been there three times and on each occasion have been the only people there.

**new2thai** · 05-05-2009, 03:50 AM

I have been to the cemetry three times now and it is a very moving experience.
Whilst walking about there is absolutely no noise,,,, there is no traffic noise no people noise In fact I never ever saw a bird fly over any part of the cemetery,yet there are plenty nearby,,,,,,,Very Very Chilling and sobering. Very nicely maintained ,,,,,almost manicured. Thank You R.I.P. to all our fallen brothers.
Excellent Post.

**MHM** · 05-05-2009, 08:17 AM

We live in Kan and I must say your photos are excellent, summing up the real experience. I was at ANZAC and the turnout was awesome (unlike the pitiful visitors on 11th November). Hundreds of people there of all ages, the usual fiery speech by the POW's, Ozzie beer afterwards then a full-on Aussie Rules footie game in the full afternoon sun. The Thailand Tigers romped home 91-12 against the Vietnam Swans but the whisper is that the Swans were on the beer all night

ANZACs should be proud of their achievements, the Brits and others really must try harder (& I'm a Brit)

**lesdunbar** · 05-05-2009, 03:26 PM

Top Photographs. They bring back many memories. I,ve been to Kanchanaburi many times and attended the ANZAC day ceremonies at Hellfire pass and at Kanchanaburi. These photo,s have brought tears to my eyes, remembering visiting there. RIP all those that have fallen.
I,ll be coming back to Thailand next year to attend the ANZAC day ceremonies.

**changnoy** · 05-05-2009, 05:23 PM

Top post Terry,It was good to see so many youngsters at the dawn parade this year.
Memorys are being kept alive.

**tjyflhol** · 15-05-2009, 02:46 PM

Nice thread on one of favourite parts of Thailand.

**JohnTB** · 22-05-2009, 12:50 PM

Originally Posted by terry57

I didn't make it to the Anzac day march this year so I decided to do this thread as a tribute to the fallen. Its not intended to be morbid but merely to reinforce how bad war time is and the people amongst us that ain't been there will never know how evil it can get. Amen to that I say. Japan is the land of the rising sun, this last photo shows Thailand and the setting sun. Hope you enjoyed this thread. Thanks.

Good job. Thanks for the respective thread.
I live here near a year now. I love this town, the people here & location.
Just a few notes: 1. there are two JEATH War Museums. One near the bridge (best one for a lay person) and one near the center of town near the Wat (OK, but not well cared for). 2. JEATH stands for the homeland nations of those who died on the Death Railway construction: Japan; England; Australia & America; Thailand; & Holland (Netherlands). 3. Also, there is also a Japanese monument near the bridge (about 100 meters from the Jeath Museum); not well known, but interesting.

**isdatu** · 22-05-2009, 08:43 PM

Had a memorable four days in Kan. with some good friends (old and new) over the Anzac Day period. Prob. nocked a few cold ones back with a few of you guys, either at the War Memoril, footy match or at various other locations. Myself and a mate even took a dip in the river under the bridge. Hell of a rip. Spiritualy satisfying, and I had not realized how much I like the town and its inhabitants

**Woodentop** · 24-05-2009, 08:48 PM

Originally Posted by isdatu

2. JEATH stands for the homeland nations of those who died on the Death Railway construction: Japan; England; Australia & America; Thailand; & Holland (Netherlands). 3. Also, there is also a Japanese monument near the bridge (about 100 meters from the Jeath Museum); not well known, but interesting.

If my information is correct this museum used to be called Death Museum, as in Death Railway, and due to the number of Japanese tourists who came to see where their family members died (mainly of cholera, malaria, and typhoid) it was decided some mention of them should be made, so the name was changed and the letters dedicated to those nations whose citizens died.

**bestvue** · 04-06-2009, 04:54 PM

Can anybody tell me why I can't see the pictures.

**dirtydog** · 04-06-2009, 05:16 PM

You have your eyes closed or monitor turned off?

**general dread** · 27-06-2009, 07:01 PM

fantastic pics, i went there many years ago.

**Rattanaburi** · 28-06-2009, 09:00 AM

Nice pics Terry. The place still looks great.

**setaputra** · 19-10-2009, 07:39 PM

Originally Posted by Mid

It is impressive how much work the Thai people put into upkeeping the cemetaries.

suspect much of the credit belongs to the Australian War Graves Commission .

And of course the war graves commissions of other countries. The Thais do a good job but put this in perspective it is 100% funded by the allies. The entrance fees and dual pricing represent total profit. Ironic when you think if it were not for the allies the Thais today would all be speaking Japanese.

**Maximusp** · 21-10-2009, 10:29 AM

Great pixies! Brings back lots of memories.

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