There are literally thousands of War memorials around the country. WW1 Memorials were usually raised through public subscription to remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice. 2014 was the centenary of the start of the First World War, so it was about time there was a series dedicated to War Memorials. There is an un-numbered series in Scotland called Lest we forget and another we have learned about called Poppies on Parade. We will gladly add any of these to the War Memorial Series, just ask for a number. The name of this series We will remember them, was chosen from the very moving poem “For the Fallen” by Laurence Binyon. It is well worth searching out and reading.
This is an unusual monument because there are no names on it. Situated in the grounds of St Clare's Church, it is a modern and striking memorial, and it contains the title of this series in its design. Nearby is the memorial to the munitions workers, known as the Aycliffe Angels. Both monuments are situated in a memorial garden which is a quiet and tranquil place to sit and reflect.
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We will remember them!
If anybody would like to expand to this series please do, I would just ask that you could let Just-us-Two know first at justustwo1013@gmail.com so they can keep track of the memorial numbers and names to avoid any duplication.
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