Memorial

Hurst WW1

Overview

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Current Location

Hurst Cemetery, Kings Road, Hurst, Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, Greater Manchester, OL6 9EG, England

SD 95239 00471

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 1811
Description: Celtic cross on a plinth on three bases. The cross is engraved with flower motives. The bottom base is surrounded by a small flower bed and access is gained by climbing two steps. On the plinth there is a bronze plaque with engraved names on each of the 4 sides..
Inscription: TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND IN LOVING MEMORY OF THE MEN OF HURST WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR KING AND COUNTRY IN THE GREAT WAR, 1914-1919/ (names)

Unveiled

15th January 1921

Local Clergy/Dignitaries

Dedicated

15th January 1921

Local Clergy/Dignitaries

Cross

Height: 4500 mm

Made from: Granite - Red

Condition: Good

Plaques

Made from: Bronze

Condition: Good

Plinth

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good