Memorial

Grayswood - Cross

Grayswood Cross face 1

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Current Location

WEST SIDE OF THE RD 200 YARDS SOUTH OF THE WHEATSHEAF PUB, Grayswood War Memorial, A286, Grayswood, Waverley, Surrey, GU27 2DE, England

SU 91531 34430

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 23636
Description: Three-stepped octagonal base surmounted by a plinth transforming from a square to an octagonal section, followed by a chamfer-edged square sectioned shaft with an integrated Latin cross. Incised inscription and name infilled with black paint. The 12 o'clock plinth face contains an inset design in relief of a kneeling soldier looking up at Christ upon the Cross. Part way up the front of the shaft is a niche containing an armour-clad figure.
Inscription: 6 o'clock plinth face: PEACE / TO THOSE WHO DIED / THAT WE MIGHT LIVE / 1914 - 1918 / Top step faces: (17 NAMES) / 6 o'clock middle step face; 1939 - 1945 / (3 NAMES)

Cross

Made from: Stone

Condition: Good