Howden-le-Wear War Memorial
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Description
"Howden-le-Wear War Memorial, which stands on High Street, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons: * Historic interest: as an eloquent witness to the tragic impact of world events on this local community, and the sacrifice it has made in the conflicts of the C20; * Architectural interest: an elegant obelisk in the Classical style, incorporating imagery symbolising the end of conflict....The memorial was unveiled on 11 November 1924 by Captain RA Howe, and dedicated by the Vicar, in commemoration of 33 local servicemen who died in the First World War. By Mr JG Brown of Wolsingham, it cost £217. Following the Second World War the names of nine men who died in that conflict were added... -
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Further information
Link: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1438107
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Added by: Simon Cotterill
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