Dossier 10 - War Memorials

1 file, paper

War Memorial First World War

Designed in 1920 by Alexander Fisher and adorned with armorial shields in enamel. It is affixed under the south-east window. On 11 November 1923 there was a Dedication Service attended by Lord and Lady Braybrooke (Visitor) and the dedication was performed by the Bishop of Ely, Dr Chase (this was the first time a Bishop of Ely had ever visited the Chapel). It bears the names and regiments of the 65 men who died.

War Memorial Second World War

Designed by Mr A. Reynolds Stone (an old member of the College) and executed by Will Carter. The names are carved in seven columns, on Abergavenny Blue slate, set in a plain frame of Caen. The College arms are in the centre. The Latin inscription was suggested by Mr A.B. Ramsay. It is affixed under the north-east window. Iy was unveiled and dedicated on Remembrance Sunday, 6 November 1949. It bears the names of 129 men who died.