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Ballaugh Parish War Memorial, St Mary's (new) Church (IOM_NIWM_BAL_00001)

Archaeology

18 names listed alphabetically; First World War.


3 names listed alphabetically; Second World War.


A marble obelisk, surmounted by a cross, rises from a block of red stone, on which is inscribed the names of the fallen on panels of marble. This block rests on three steps of red stone.


The memorial was unveiled on 10 November 1921, by Mr J.F. Crellin, M.C. and The Venerable Archdeacon dedicated the memorial. Wreaths were placed by the relatives; by the ex-soldiers represented by Mr Frederick Caley, M.M; by the school children and by the committee. The parish committee consisted of Messrs J. Wade, R. Corlett, S.D. Jelley, John Teare, J.T. Quayle, J. Quayle, P. Mylcharaine, T.H. Kneen (treasurer), J.T. Teare (Hon. Secretary) and the Rev. T.R. Kneale (chairman). The dimensions of the cross were drawn out by Mr A. Knox. The memorial was erected by Mr Edward Christian of Ramsey.

St Mary's (new) church grounds, Ballaugh

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Ballaugh
  • Sheading: Michael
  • Grid Ref: SC3453093836

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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