Carnforth War Memorial, War memorial in Carnforth, England.
Carnforth War Memorial is a war memorial in England featuring a bronze soldier statue holding a rifle and standing upright on a square granite base. The monument sits within a garden setting that provides a formal backdrop for the figure.
The memorial was unveiled on November 9, 1924, honoring 57 soldiers who died in World War I and 20 who fell in World War II. Its creation followed the First World War when communities across Britain erected similar monuments to honor the fallen.
The inscribed plaques list names of local servicemen who perished both during the conflicts and afterward from war-related causes. This location serves the community as a place for remembrance and honoring those losses.
The location serves as the main gathering spot for annual Remembrance Day services and other community commemorative events throughout the year. Visitors should prepare for various weather conditions as the memorial remains accessible all year.
A rare silent black and white film from 1924 documents the unveiling ceremony and is preserved at the King's Own Royal Regiment Museum. This historical footage offers a glimpse into the original dedication event as it unfolded.
GPS coordinates: 54.12925,-2.76940
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:11
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