Hyde Park Corner Cemetery
Hyde Park Corner Cemetery, Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in Ploegsteert, Belgium.
Description
Hyde Park Corner Cemetery is a Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery located near Ploegsteert in Comines-Warneton, Belgium. The site features uniform headstones arranged in ordered rows with landscaped grounds and a central Cross of Sacrifice monument.
History
The cemetery was established in April 1915 during World War I to bury soldiers who died in battles along the Western Front. It has remained a memorial to those years of conflict ever since.
Culture
The site embodies the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's practice of honoring all fallen soldiers equally, regardless of rank, nationality, or faith. This principle is visible in how identical headstones stand side by side throughout the grounds.
Practical
The site is freely accessible and provides a quiet space for respectful visits where you can walk at your own pace. You can find details about individual graves through the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's online database if you wish to research specific soldiers.
Did you know?
The site was designed by architect Harold Chalton Bradshaw, who selected specific plants to reflect the home regions of the buried soldiers. This horticultural approach creates a subtle connection between the landscape and the diverse origins of those commemorated.
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