Archaeology
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Injebreck Shieling Mounds
A group of about fourteen mounds were seen in May 1930 at Injebreck on land belonging partly to the Common Trustees and partly to Captain Spittall. Two of the mounds on Captain Spittall's property were partly excavated. The first indicated the presence of a surrounding stone wall, approximately circular, containing a floor covered with a quantity of carbon. The second, larger, mound showed no surrounding wall. In the trench which was cut east to west there were only a few stones laid flat-wise. In the centre was a 'pocket' of carbon, showing large pieces of burnt wood, and nearby was a knife-shaped flint flake, 4.5 centimetres long. Further, smaller pockets and layers of carbon were also found. Cubbon was of the opinion that the two mounds were 'possibly hut dwellings and of an early period'. Cubbon's report may refer to the Injebreck shieling settlement at SC 363856, or the settlements further north, centred SC 355875.
Inkermann Memorial, the Nunnery, Braddan (IOM_NIWM_BRA_00006)
Crimean War. Stone obelisk.
A newspaper article in the Mona's Herald dated 11 August 1858 states that at the time of the memorial's construction, the Lieutenant Governor applied to the Secretary at War for one of the guns captured from the enemy at the Battle of Inkermann, in order that the gun might be placed at the foot of the monument in the Grounds of the Nunnery. A Russian gun was subsequently presented by Secretary Major General Peel. The Secretary also agreed that, for the sum of thirty pounds, he would authorise the construction of a gun carriage at the Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, in exact similarity to the Russian gun carriages employed in the late war.
IOM Constabulary War Memorial, Douglas (IOM_NIWM_DOU_00004)
3 names listed, all had been serving members of the Isle of Man Constabulary; First World War. Plaque with wooden border on its lower; left-hand and right-hand side. Inscriptions in gold lettering.
Irneit's Cross Slab (Manx Cross 47)
This stone was found built into the northern wall of the church during the 1800s. One face bears a six-armed or hexafoil cross set within a circular frame, all drawn with the aid of a pair of compasses. Below the cross are two other simple crosses. A heavily abbreviated inscription using Irish-Saxon letters is set in the frame. Allowing for the abbreviations and some grammatical errors, it appears to translate, '(In the name of Jesus) Christ, Irneit, holy priest, God's bishop in the Island and abbot'. Either side of the two lower crosses are further inscriptions which read, 'In the name of Jesus Christ' and 'The image of the cross of Christ'.
Irving's Mineral Water Factory
Irving's mineral water factory on Atholl Street, dating from at least 1894. Recently demolished as unsafe by local authority.
Isle of Man Bank Ltd., 2 Athol Street, Douglas
The Isle of Man Bank Ltd. Building at 2 Athol Street, Douglas is a three storey stone building, which occupies the focal location at the intersection of Athol Street and Prospect Hill. Although the design integrates a number of architectural styles it succeeds in establishing a banking 'image' which is carried through into a finely detailed interior banking hall. The treatment of the facade consists of almost equal proportions of pilaster columns and wall panel separating them. The columns however are carried the full height of the building with no attempt to suggest into a finely detailed interior banking hall. The treatment of the facade consists of almost equal proportions of pilaster columns and wall panel separating them. The columns however are carried the full height of the building with no attempt to suggest that they support anything (not even the roof balustrade). Similarly although the window openings are confined to the 'panels' the stone facing to the building receives the same detailing regardless of whether it is on column or panel. The main entrance placed at the corner is similarly mannerist, using a larger version of the window motif to announce the doorway, on top of which are columns in the round apparently unsupported from below but indicating support for the cornice above. The building appears in good repair as befits its image. Although lacking in architectural merit the building personifies the Manx banking establishment and as such has 'civic' significance.
Isle of Man Government War Memorial, Government Offices, Douglas (IOM_NIWM_DOU_00016)
3 names listed in alphabetical order, with regiment. Two names also include place of death; First World War. Wooden tablet with carved inscription.
The memorial was sponsored by members of the staff from Government Offices. It was previously located in a different department within Government Offices. In 2007 it was moved to the entrance foyer of the main office, during the office refurbishment.
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, Christ Church, Laxey (IOM_NIWM_LON_00010)
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, St Brendan's Church, Braddan (IOM_NIWM_BRA_00005)
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2nd December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, St Lupus Church, Malew (IOM_NIWM_MAL_00008)
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, St Michael's Church, Kirk Michael (IOM_NIWM_MIC_00004)
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, St Sanctain's Church, Santon (IOM_NIWM_SAN_00004)
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2 December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
Isle of Man Great War Roll of Honour, St Thomas' Church, Douglas
This roll of honour in book form is one of the original books printed by the War Pensions Committee in 1934, and donated to each parish church throughout the Island, to commemorate those who had fallen in the Great War. 1,480 names listed. First World War.
A letter dated 2nd December 1936 from R.D. Farrant, Chairman of the War Pensions Committee, was distributed with the book: "Dear Vicar, The War Pensions Committee (for which I am Chairman) sometime ago decided to prepare a list of all Manxmen who were killed or died as a result of their service in the Great War and also of those who obtained decorations and honours. Thanks to the generosity of the Earl of Derby, they were able to publish this list in book form (it has been offered for sale at 12/6d) and they are now able to present one of these volumes to each Parish Church in the Island where it will be deposited with the Church Records and available for reference by anyone interested. I have pleasure therefore in forwarding you a copy of the book for such purpose and shall be glad to hear that the gift is acceptable."
The foreword, by the Earl of Derby: "As President of the North-Western Area of the British Legion, I must offer you my most grateful thanks for having undertaken the work of compiling the Manx Roll of Honour. It is well that the deeds of those who died in the Great War should find a permanent memorial in such a list. Whilst this generation lives their names will not be forgotten, but other generations will arise to whom they will not be personally known. This Roll will serve to keep their memory green and future Manxmen and Manxwomen, when reading it, will realise that in our great struggle the Isle of Man played a noble part."
The preface, by R.D. Farrant: "This Book is intended to form an authoritative record of all Manxmen who lost their lives on active service in the Great War of 1914 to 1918, or have since died as a result of wounds, injury or disease contracted on active service. It has been compiled by the Isle of Man War Pensions Committee and their staff, from all available official and other sources and sets out, as far as can be ascertained, the names, addresses and regimental or naval particulars of every deceased sailor, soldier or airman of Manx Nationality."
The roll of honour in St Thomas' church is placed on a prayer desk in the north aisle of the church.
Information provided by the Isle of Man Government Preservation of War Memorials Committee. Image courtesy of Chris Blyth, Isle of Man Photographic Society.
Isle of Man Railway
Modern narrow-gauge railway.
The Isle of Man Railway Company completed its first line between Douglas and Peel in 1873.
The 3-foot narrow-gauge system was extended by the completion of a second line between the main station at Douglas and Port Erin in the south-west of the island in 1874. Separately, the Manx Northern Railway constructed a line from St John's (on the route between Douglas and Peel) in 1879 and from 1886 operated another short line between St John's and Foxdale, exploiting the mining traffic arising from the latter. The railway companies amalgamated in 1904.
The Peel line closed to passenger services in 1968, and to goods traffic the following year, and was dismantled in the 1970s.
The grid reference relates to a short length of restored track next to the water tower, south of which the line extended up the valley and then towards St John's.
The railway terminus at Peel is now built over, though the station building and goods shed both survive and are repurposed as part of the House of Manannan heritage centre.
Isle of Man Railway
A record for the Isle of Man Railway which was a 3-foot gauge line which operated from 1873 onwards between Douglas and Peel. The Isle of Man Railway continued in operation until closure in 1968.
Isle of Man Railway
The Isle of Man Railway was opened in 1873 and linked Douglas and Peel. This line was closed in 1968 and later dismantled. A 3 foot gauge line was built between Douglas and Port Erin in 1874, which continues to operate for passengers.
Isle of Man Steam Packet War Memorial, IOM Steampacket Headquarters, Douglas (IOM_NIWM_DOU_00021)
The memorial consists of a window and a plaque. No names listed; Second World War. Isle of Man Steam Packet house flag on the top centre of the wooden plaque.
The memorial was sponsored by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Co. Ltd. The monument was originally situated in St Barnabas' Church, Douglas until November 1969, when it was relocated to the Steam Packet Headquarters, due to St Barnabas' Church being demolished. Following the re-siting of the window, the varnished wooden plaque measuring 2.75" x 31.5" was situated immediately below the window.
Information provided by the Isle of Man Government Preservation of War Memorials Committee. Image courtesy of Chris Blyth, Isle of Man Photographic Society.
Itspli Cross
A slab incised with a hexafoil cross within a circle and two linear crosses with a Hiberno-Saxon inscription. It was found at the church in 1900 and is kept in Maughold Cross House (Manx Cross No. 47). The slab measures 57 centimetres high x 21.5 centimetres maximum width by 5 centimetres thick.
Iuan Priest's Alphabet Stone (Manx Cross 145)
This broken slab was found during repairs to the church in 1900. It bears a runic inscription translated as, 'Juan Priest cut these runes'. This is followed by a line giving the runic alphabet, and a third line giving the first part of the ogham alphabet, the rest apparently lost.
Iuan Priest's Stone
Medieval carved stone cross.
A rough and broken slab (Manx Cross 144). Found at the site in 1889, it bears a runic inscription.
Iuan Priest's Stone (Manx Cross 144)
This rough and broken slab was found at Keeill Woirrey (IOMHER 0619.00) high in Cornaa in 1889. A rough and broken piece bearing an inscription in runes invoking Christ and three great Celtic Saints, 'Christ, Malachi and Patrick (and) Adamnan....Iuan is priest in Cornadale.'
The mention of Malachy, presumably the bishop of Armagh who died in 1148, suggests that the stone must date after this. Mention of Malachy has aroused suspicions amongst some that this stone (and perhaps also Manx Cross 145) may be the work of a Victorian antiquary with a keen interest in runes and ogham scripts.
Iuan Priests Alphabet
A broken cross-slab re-used for a Runic inscription. It was found in the church wall in 1900 and is now kept in the Maughold Cross House. It measures 33 centimetres x 33 centimetres x 6 centimetres thick.
Iuan Priests Stone
A rough broken slab with a Runic Christian inscription. It was found at Cornaa in 1889 and is now kept in the Maughold Cross House. It measures 68.5 centimetres x 30.5 centimetres x 5 centimetres thick.
Ivy Dene
Two storey, double-fronted house, originally constructed after 1868 (not present on Ordnance Survey 1:2500 1st edition map of that date).
Acquired by the Manx Museum and National Trust in 1999.
Ivydene House
Ivydene House is a two storey detached residence which has an articulated rectangular plan form of masonry construction with red tiled interacting pitched roofs which form a series of gables at the front of the house. The ground floor is expressed by exposed cut stone. The second level is half timbered and rendered in tudor style. The barge boards of the various roof gables are heavily carved and the entire facade treatment is of a well proportioned artistically contrived and pleasing 'rural town house interior inspection has been made the residence is well documented as an accepted work of art and in addition to such features as the skylit gallery and copper hooded fireplace the interior is described by James D. Kornwolf in his book on the architect and the Arts & Craft Movement as being....' finely designed and wrought stained glass, hand-cut and hammered wrought iron hardware, repousse metalwork and woodcarving The house constitutes one of the better examples of the work of the distinguished architect and demonstrates his fluency with the arts and crafts style which he used for so much of his work on the island.