Memorial details

Memorial type
Window
District
South Ribble
Town
Longton
County
Lancashire
Country
England
Commemoration
Second World War (1939-1945)
Lost
Not lost
WM Reference
54966

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Current location

St Andrews Church
Longton
South Ribble
Lancashire
PR4 5AA
England

OS Grid Ref: SD 48464 25847
Denomination: Church of England

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Description
Two light stained glass window with small quatrefoil window at the head. Much of the window is made up of clear glass. The pictures depict weapons of war, representing defence. At the foot of the window is a pelican which is a symbol of sacrifice.
Inscription
IN MEMORY OF THE MEN FROM THIS PARISH WHO FELL IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR
Inscription legible?
yes
Commemorations
  • Second World War (1939-1945)
    Total names on memorial: 16
    Served and returned: 0
    Died: 16
    Exact count: yes
    Information shown: Names
    Order of information: By surname
Components
  • Window
    Measurements: height c 3000mm, width c 1500mm
    Materials: Stained Glass, Glass
Listing information
Condition
Trust fund/Scholarship
No
Purpose: Unknown or N/A

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