Memorial

HMS Sheffield

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Current Location

In the nave., St John the Baptists Church, Main Rd (a6013), Bamford, High Peak, Derbyshire, S33 0AY, England

SK 207 833

Church of England

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Type of Memorial: Church Fabric / Fitting: Kneeler
WMR Reference Number: 65937
Description: A fabric kneeler worked in cross stitch in blues and golds. On the top is the name of the ship over a depiction of the main part of the ship's badge comprising two groups of four arrows each, crossing at right angles within a circle of cord. Around three edges is the latin motto and on the fourth edge is the place and year when the ship was lost.
Inscription: Top: SHEFFIELD Around the edges: DEO/ ADJUVANTE/ PROFICIO/ FALKLANDS 1982

Maintenance History: 21 April 1967: The church was listed Grade II*, Heritage List for England number 1087859. 17 April 1951: The church lies within the Peak District National Park designated on that date.

Kneeler

Height: 35mm

Width: 370mm

Depth: 270mm

Made from: Fabric

Condition: Good