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Memorial details

Memorial type
Board / Plaque / Tablet
District
Manchester
Town
Manchester
County
Greater Manchester
Country
England
Commemoration
First World War (1914-1918)
Ceremony
  • Unveiled
    Date: 1920
    Attended by: Unknown
Lost
Not lost
WM Reference
3285

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Current location

Manchester University OTC Hall
Boundary Lane
Manchester
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M15 6DD
England

OS Grid Ref: SJ 84051 96875
Denomination: Undefined

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Previous locations
  • DRILL HALL
    Stretford Road
    Manchester
    Manchester
    Greater Manchester
    England

    OS Grid Ref: Undefined
    Denomination: Undefined
Description
Seven wooden triangular pedimented boards. Six have the names inscribed on them and one has the dedicatory inscription. Central panel is topped with pediment which bears emblem and shield of regiment and motto.
Inscription
THE GLORIOUS DEAD/ IN MEMORY OF/ THE OFFICERS/ WARRANT OFFICERS/ NON-COMMISIONED OFFICERS/ AND MEN OF/ 1/6TH, 2/6TH AND 6TH RESERVE BATTALIONS/ THE MANCHESTER REGIMENT/ WHO LAID DOWN THEIR LIVES IN/ THE GREAT WAR/ (NAMES)
Inscription legible?
yes
Commemorations
  • First World War (1914-1918)
    Total names on memorial: 1057
    Served and returned: Undefined
    Died: 1057
    Exact count: yes
    Information shown: Undefined
    Order of information: Undefined
Components
  • Board
    Measurements: height C 2750mm, width C 1800mm
    Materials: Wood
Listing information
Condition
Trust fund/Scholarship
No
Purpose: Unknown or N/A
Sponsorship
Private

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