Monmouth War Memorial, War memorial in St James Square, Monmouth, United Kingdom.
Monmouth War Memorial is a stone monument in St James Square featuring a three-step base that supports a tall column topped with a soldier figure. The structure displays multiple metal plaques inscribed with the names of fallen soldiers.
The memorial was inaugurated in 1921 to honor Monmouth residents who died during the First and Second World Wars. It stands as an enduring reminder of the town's losses during these conflicts.
The memorial serves as a gathering point for the community during annual Remembrance Day observances. On these occasions, people come together to honor those who died and show their connection to the town's past.
The memorial sits in the center of St James Square and is freely accessible at any time, as it occupies a public space. Visitors can approach the monument without worrying about entry requirements or specific opening hours.
A North American Catalpa tree planted in 1900 stands behind the monument and had reached full maturity by the time it was unveiled in 1921. This tree has grown alongside the memorial throughout its existence, forming an unexpected natural companion to the stone monument.
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