War Memorial, Launceston, Cornwall
N 50° 38.217 W 004° 21.630
30U E 403792 N 5610336
A very ornate War Memorial in the centre of Launceston in Cornwall.
Waymark Code: WM3PRY
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/01/2008
Views: 6
This very ornate monument is situated in the centre of the market square. It has five plaques recording the names of the those who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars. There are three plaques for the First War another two being added later for the Second War.
The foundation stone was laid by HRH Edward Prince of Wales & Duke of Cornwall on the 25 May 1921,
Type of Memorial: Multi-War Memorial
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only):
1914-1918
1939-1945
In Honor Of: To the Immortal Honour of those of this town who gave their lives for King and country in the great wars
Date of dedication: 25 May 1921
Who Put it Here?: Launceston Town Council
Description of Memorial:
This rather splendid war memorial is sited in the market square in the centre of Launceston. It was originally surrounded by carparking but recently the local council has removed all the parking. This makes the market square area more attractive.
Marker Text: Not listed
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