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Cross of Sacrifice, Carlisle Cemetery


The Cross of Sacrifice at Carlisle Cemetery is situated by war graves, commemorating the sacrifice and bravery of Commonwealth soldiers during the First and Second World War. The cross is used in many Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemeteries around the world. It was designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield in 1918.

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Carlisle (Dalston Road) Cemetery
- We commemorate over 270 Commonwealth servicemen and women of both world wars in this cemetery, along with members of Polish, German and Italian forces. During the First World War, the …
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