Memorial

Holy Cross Church - WW1 Calvary (with names)

Source: Copyright Richard Maddox

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Current Location

Wall mounted on external north wall, facing the road., Holy Cross Church, 98, Cromer Street, St Pancras, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 8JU, England

TQ 30274 82619

Church of England

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 11084
Description: Carved stone calvary cross set into the upper portion of the north external wall. Crucifix with stone figure of Christ is surmounted by a gothic turret canopy. Two tablets flank crucifix and bear the names. Inscription at base of crucifix. (Note: this is one of two WW1 memorial crosses that are mounted on the external wall of Holy Cross. The other, which does not bear names, is on the west wall and is recorded with reference 11085).
Inscription: INRI JESU / MERCY 1914 MAY THEIR SACRIFICE BE ACCEPTED/ THROUGH THE SACRIFICE OF THY SON 1918 Tablets: (Names)

Crucifix

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good

Tablet

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good