New Barnet War Memorial, War memorial and Grade II listed building at Station Road and Lyonsdown Road junction, London Borough of Barnet, England.
Description
The New Barnet War Memorial stands at the junction of Station Road and Lyonsdown Road, featuring a Portland stone obelisk topped with a bronze winged figure holding a palm leaf. The statue rises from a globe and occupies a triangular plot that makes the monument visible from the surrounding streets.
History
The memorial was built in 1921 and designed by architect Newbury Abbot Trent to honor 277 men and one woman lost in World War I. Additional names from World War II were added later to the monument, reflecting the continued impact of war on the local community.
Culture
The memorial displays names of service members from both world wars, serving as a gathering place where locals leave flowers and pay their respects throughout the year. This practice reflects how the community continues to honor those who served.
Practical
The memorial is located at a busy road junction and is easily accessible on foot from either direction. Visitors can pay respects at any time since it occupies a public space, though it can be more crowded during remembrance occasions.
Did you know?
A campaign led by Catherine Loveday successfully added the names of those who died in World War II to the memorial, showing how a single person can drive change in how a community remembers its past. This addition transformed the monument to reflect the full scope of sacrifice across both conflicts.
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