Memorial Cross, Green Lane - Seagrave
World War I, World War II
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ContributeOrnate wheel cross of Clipsham stone, on octagonal shaft surmounting square moulded pedestal of two stages bearing inscription. Set on four tiered base. Unveiled 2nd October 1921 by Lieut-Colonel WSN Toller DSO; dedicated by Vicar, Rev AEA Jones MA. Replica of 14th Century cross at Ragdale. Land given by Mr Hardy, Chairman of Parish Council. Cross and associated landscaping cost nearly 200 pounds.
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Memorial Cross, Green Lane - Seagrave
Grid Reference: SK6152617632
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Inscription Reads
Upper plinth, 6 o'clock face : TO THE / GLORY OF GOD / AND IN MEMORY OF THE BRAVE MEN / OF SEAGRAVE WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES / FOR THEIR COUNTRY IN THE GREAT WAR. / 1914-1918 / Their name liveth for evermore.
Lower plinth, 6 o'clock face : (11 NAMES)
Upper plinth, 3 o'clock face : IN MEMORY OF / THE MEN / OF SEAGRAVE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES / IN THE WORLD WAR / 1939 - 1945
Lower plinth, 3 o'clock face : (4 NAMES) / "Let not their sacrifice be in vain."
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