Memorial

Royton

Source: Copyright Charlotte Chadwick

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Current Location

Tandle Hill Country Park, Tandle Hill Road, Royton, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL11, England

SD 90412 09865

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Type of Memorial: Allegory (eg: Victory)
WMR Reference Number: 44961
Description: Two stepped base and plinth which was surmounted by an obelisk and winged figure of Victory but only the plinth now remains. Name plaques used to be attached to the sides of the base of the memorial. The winged Victory stood with an olive branch of peace held in her right hand and a crusader's sword held in her left. At her neck her clothing was held together by a small St George and the Dragon. Three wreaths with engagement bands were carved on the obelisk.
Inscription: IN MEMORY OF THE MEN OF ROYTON/ WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THE FREEDOM/ AND HONOUR OF THEIR COUNTRY/ IN THE TWO WORLD WARS/ 1914 - 1918 1939 - 1945/ THEIR NAME LIVETH FOR EVERMORE

Maintenance History: 1969: The figure and the plaques on the sides of the memorial were stolen; 1970: The name plaques were replaced but for safety they were placed in St Pauls Church, Royton. (See NIWM 25382). The figure was not replaced.

Unveiled

22 October 1921

EARL (18TH) OF DERBY

Unveiled

25 July 1954

Local Clergy/Dignitaries

Plinth

Made from: Granite

Condition: Good