Hampton Wick War Memorial, War memorial in Hampton Wick, London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, England.
Description
Hampton Wick War Memorial is a Grade II listed monument located in Hampton Wick, a neighborhood in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The structure features a central column topped with an orb, flanked by statues representing a sailor and a soldier positioned on opposite sides.
History
The memorial was inaugurated in 1921 by Field Marshal Sir William Robertson, commemorating local residents who died during World War I. This dedication marked an important moment for the community to honor those who had been lost.
Culture
Names of people who died in both World Wars are engraved into the memorial walls, making it a gathering spot where the community comes together each year to remember them. Locals and visitors pause here during commemorative events to reflect on those losses.
Practical
The memorial sits along Hampton Court Road near Kingston Bridge and is easily reachable by various forms of public transportation. The location is clearly marked and access to the site is free.
Did you know?
The coat of arms of the former Municipal Borough of Richmond is displayed on the east and west sides of the central structure, serving as a local identifier. These heraldic symbols root the memorial deeply in the district's past.
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