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    Memorial

    The Nelson Medallions

    Images of the Nelson Medallions and explanation.

    Source: Paul Cooper

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    Current Location

    The actual medallions are kept in a secure place and displayed on special occasions., All Saints Church, Church Lane, Burnham Thorpe, Kings Lynn And West Norfolk, Norfolk, PE31 8FL, England

    OS Grid Reference

    TF 85243 41762

    Denomination

    Church of England

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    © WMR-108115

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    Type of Memorial
    Trophy / Relic
    WMR Reference Number
    108115
    Description
    Two wooden medallions made from wood from HMS Victory with silver edging. They were given to the family and friends of sailors who were killed at the Battle of Trafalgar. Because of the high value of the medallions they are kept in a safe place and only taken out for special occasions. An explanatory display with images of the medallions is displayed in their place.
    Inscription
    HMS VICTORY
    War
    War of 1812 (1812-1815)
    Maker(s)
    Maintenance History
    The medallions are kept secure and have not been viewed.

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