Memorial details

Memorial type
Cross
District
West Dorset
Town
Dorchester
County
Dorset
Country
England
Commemoration
First World War (1914-1918)
Lost
Not lost
WM Reference
1010

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Current location

South aisle
St Mary The Virgin Church
Edward Road
Dorchester
West Dorset
Dorset
DT1 2HJ
England

OS Grid Ref: SY 68755 90028
Denomination: Church of England

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Description
Large crucifix surrounded by a wooden rail with plaque attached.
Inscription
THE CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL OF THE GREAT WAR 1914-1918
Inscription legible?
yes
Commemorations
  • First World War (1914-1918)
    Total names on memorial: 0
    Served and returned: Undefined
    Died: 0
    Exact count: no
    Information shown: Undefined
    Order of information: Undefined
Components
  • Crucifix
    Measurements: Undefined
    Materials: Wood
  • Plaque
    Measurements: Undefined
    Materials: Brass
Listing information
Condition
Trust fund/Scholarship
No
Purpose: Unknown or N/A

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