Inspiring Service to
the Community

Honouring General Sir Harry Chauvel’s achievements together with his qualities of leadership, integrity, resourcefulness, and generosity of spirit. We seek to inspire future generations of Australians.

Bronze statue of a cowboy on horseback, holding a lasso, mounted on a wooden base.

A Noble Legacy

The General Sir Harry Chauvel Memorial Foundation brings the history of the Australian Light Horse and General Sir Harry Chauvel into public view through education, commemoration and community programs.

By preserving this heritage and making it accessible, the Foundation encourages public participation and recognises those who continue the tradition of service to others.

Our Initiatives

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The Australian Light Horse Anthology

An online platform where people can share stories, find historical information and contribute to the continuing record of the Australian Light Horse.

The Chauvel Border Light Horse Trail

A curated touring route across the NSW-Victorian border that allows the public to explore commemorative monuments and artwork.

Commemorative Activities and Events

Commemorative rides, memorial services and community events that bring Light Horse history into public life.

Historical Research Publication

The Foundation publishes well-researched work that preserves the military and cultural history of the Australian Light Horse.

The Dummy Horse Project

Chauvel’s forces built 15,000 dummy horses to deceive Ottoman and German commanders before the Battle of Megiddo. The decoys masked the night-time movement of men, horses and supplies toward the real battlefield.

Wooden memorial plaque with a circular bronze medallion depicting a rider on a horse, inscribed 'The General Sir Harry Chauvel Memorial Foundation' on the rim.

The Sir Harry Chauvel Award

The award, which is in the process of being finalised, will recognise young people who demonstrate resilience, leadership and service during their education.

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