Bradford War Memorial

Bradford War Memorial is a stone structure in Victoria Square featuring a central pylon topped with a sarcophagus and flanked by two bronze figures representing a soldier and sailor holding rifles. Inscribed panels on the memorial record the names and details of those from the area who served and fell during military conflicts.

The memorial was erected in 1922 following World War I to honor those from Bradford who died in the conflict. Its construction reflected the city's need to acknowledge and remember the significant loss experienced during the war years.

The memorial serves as a focal point in Bradford's city center where the community gathers each year to honor those who died in service. It anchors local remembrance traditions and remains a visible symbol of collective memory for residents.

The memorial stands in Victoria Square surrounded by museums and theaters, making it easy to locate in the city center. The site is open to the public at all times and can be quite crowded during annual remembrance ceremonies.

The bronze statues originally held bayonets that were removed in 1969 due to damage, though the hilts where they attached are still visible on the rifles. This subtle alteration tells a story of the memorial aging and weathering over several decades.