Memorial details

Memorial type
Roll of honour or book of remembrance
District
Thamesdown
Town
Swindon
County
Wiltshire
Country
England
Commemoration
First World War (1914-1918)
Lost
Not lost
WM Reference
24174

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Current location

Storage sheds
Shopping Village
Kemble Drive
Swindon
Thamesdown
Wiltshire
SN2 2DY
England

OS Grid Ref: SU 14241 84994
Denomination: Undefined

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Description
Framed and glazed, illuminated Roll of Honour. Hand written inscription and names are flanked by two pillars which support a triangular pediment. Some of the names are fading proving difficult to read.
Inscription
PRO PATRIA / TO COMMEMORATE / the memory of the / MEN OF W SHOP / who rallied to their Country's call / during the Great War 1914 - 1919 / (Names) / and returned safely / (12 Names) / These also answered the call / and made Great Sacrifice / REQUIESCANT IN PACE / THEIR SPIRIT LIVES FOR EVER
Inscription legible?
yes
Commemorations
  • First World War (1914-1918)
    Total names on memorial: 108
    Served and returned: 96
    Died: 12
    Exact count: yes
    Information shown: Forename initials, surname, honours
    Order of information: Served, Fallen, both groups alphabetical by surname
Components
  • Roll of honour
    Measurements: Undefined
    Materials: Paper
  • Frame
    Measurements: Undefined
    Materials: Wood, Glass
Listing information
Condition
Trust fund/Scholarship
No
Purpose: Unknown or N/A

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