Altarnun war Memorial, Cornwall
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Sir Lose-a-lot
N 50° 36.260 W 004° 30.738
30U E 392984 N 5606918
This war memorial is sited in the centre of the village near the parish church of St Nonna.
Waymark Code: WM4XTH
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 10/11/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member Math Teacher
Views: 13

This war memorial is unusual in that it not only records the names of the fallen but also records those who served in WW1 and came home. The fallen of WW2 are record on the upright of the cross.
Type of Memorial: Multi-War Memorial

Wars mentioned (Multi-war only):
1914-1918 1939-1945


In Honor Of: To the sacred memory of the fallen and in honour of all those who served from this parish

Marker Text:
Erected by the parishioners and friends of Altarnun. To the sacred memory of the fallen and in honour of all those who served from this parish. They gave their lives for King and Country.


Who Put it Here?: Altarnun Parish Council

Description of Memorial:
This memorial is well kept and sited in the centre of the little village of Altarnun. As you walk down the hill towards the church and the twin bridges over the Penpont river the memorial is right in front of you. You can't miss it which is way war memorial should be.


Date of dedication: Not listed

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