World War I Memorial Cross - Brough, UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member dtrebilc
N 53° 43.788 W 000° 34.381
30U E 660101 N 5956194
Situated in Brough this memorial cross was erected to commemorate the men of Brough with Elloughton and Welton who died during World War I.
Waymark Code: WM14G44
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/03/2021
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member pmaupin
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Although originally erected to commemorate World War I it was later amended to include World War II.
Type of cross: Latin cross

Material used: Stone (granite, sandstone, marble, ...)

Characteristics of this cross:
The memorial is in the form of a three stepped square base surmounted by octagonal base, On top of which is a tapering shaft and cross. The shaft has a sword inscribed on it and around the cross part itself is a laurel wreath.

The base has the following inscription.
THE GREAT WAR

1914 - 1918

1939 - 1945

 THEIR NAME LIVETH
FOR EVERMORE


Describe the location:
The cross is situated on the corner of Skillings Lane and Welton Road, in a small memorial garden.

Year of manufacture: 01/01/1920

Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes
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