Winlaton War Memorial - the Unveiling Ceremony
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Description
"The War Memorial Cross at Winlaton is unusual in that it was dedicated six months before the end of WWI.A public meeting was called in August 1916 to decide on a war memorial. It cost £330 and the money was raised by public subscription + a large anonymous donation. The stone used is from Chollerford, the same stone was used for the spire and lantern at St. Nicholas, Newcastle. The memorial was unveiled by Frank Priestman JP and dedicated on 22 May 1918 with a service attended by the Lord Bishop of Durham, Dr. Moule and the Rector of Winlaton Arthur Jones. A detachment from Tynemouth garrison played through the streets and gave the salute and ‘last post’. ..." -
Owner
BLAYDON and WINLATON WAR MEMORIAL PROJECT -
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Further information
Link: http://www.blaydonwinlatonwarmemorialproject.btck.co.uk/WinlatonWarMemorial-UnveilingCeremony
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Added by: Simon Cotterill
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