Memorial

Faversham Gunpowder Works Explosion - WW1

KentFallen 2002-4

Source: Copyright KentFallen 2002-4

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Current Location

Faversham Cemetery, Love Lane, Faversham, Swale, Kent, ME13 7BD, England

TR 02507 60870

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Type of Memorial: Cross
WMR Reference Number: 41209
Description: A three stepped base surmounted by a tapering shaft and Celtic cross. The dedication is written on the front face of the steps with the names inscribed on the top of the kerb stones which surround the cross in a large rectangular shape.
Inscription: On the cross: SACRED TO THE/ MEMORY OF THE MEN/ WHO DIED IN THE SERVICE OF THEIR/ COUNTRY 2ND. APRIL 1916./ "FATHER IN THY GRACIOUS KEEPING/ LEAVE NOW THY SERVANTS SLEEPING." On the stones: (Names)

Cross

Height: 3810MM

Width: 1220MM

Depth: 1220MM

Made from: Granite

Condition: Good