Compton - All Saints Church, Minstead, Hampshire, UK
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N 50° 53.770 W 001° 36.100
30U E 598337 N 5639209
This memorial plaque bears the coat of arms of the Compton family.
Waymark Code: WM9PYQ
Location: Southern England, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/16/2010
Views: 2
The Comptons lived in the nearby manor house and have two windows dedicated to family members inside the church. The memorial has the following inscription:
'In memory of George Compton 2nd son of Henry & Harriet Compton of Minstead Manor. Born February 4th 1873, died February 5th 1943. Love & remembrance are stronger than death.
'In memory of Henry Francis Compton eldest son of Henry & Harriet Compton. Born January 16th 1872, died April 11th 1943. Squire of Minstead Manor for 66 years. Verderer of the Forest for 45 years. Official Verderer 1936-1943. This tablet is erected by his loving wife Violet. In death lamented as in life beloved.
'In memory of Edward Bathurst Compton Captain R.N. 3rd son of Henry & Harriet Compton of Minstead Manor. Born Augst 19th 1875, died March 12th 1943. The memory of the just is blessed.'
Bearer of Coat of Arms: Noble (aristocratic) family
Full name of the bearer: Compton of Compton Wynyates
Where is Coat of Arms installed (short description) ?:
Inside the church in Minstead village on the wall.
Material / Design: Stone
Blazon (heraldic description):
Sable a leopard or between three helms argent.
Address:
All Saints Church
Minstead
Hampshire
SO43
Web page about the structure where is Coat of Arms installed (if exists): [Web Link]
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