The Glencoe Cross — Glencoe, New Zealand
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Dunbar Loop
S 46° 11.224 E 168° 39.922
59G E 319836 N 4882518
Erected in 1998 the Glencoe Cross honours those that died at the Massacre of Glencoe in 1692 in Scotland, as well as the many early settlers who settled this part of New Zealand. Many of whom descended from the Donald Clan that were massacred.
Waymark Code: WM85V9
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 02/04/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member TheBeanTeam
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This memorial was erected in 1998 to honour the many of the Donald Clan that were massacred at Glencoe in 1692. It also serves to honour the early settlers of the district, many of whom descended from those that died at Glencoe.
Type of cross: Celtic cross

Material used: Other...

Characteristics of this cross:
It is a cast concrete celtic cross that is mounted atop a stone base. It rises about 6 metres high.

Describe the location:
It is a private reserve that the public are welcome to stop and have a picnic at the picnic table. However, the paddock is often filled with sheep grazing so do watch for sheep dag.

Year of manufacture: 01/01/1998

Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes
Visit Instructions:
Post at least one photograph of this cross.
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