Spanbroekmolen British Cemetery
Spanbroekmolen British Cemetery, Commonwealth War Graves Commission cemetery in Wijtschate, Belgium
The cemetery contains military graves arranged in uniform rows, with white headstones marking the final resting place of World War I soldiers.
Established during summer 1917, this cemetery primarily holds soldiers who fell on the first day of the Battle of Messines.
The cemetery reflects the Commonwealth War Graves Commission's commitment to maintaining equal commemoration for all service members regardless of rank.
Located on elevated ground of the Messines Ridge, visitors can reach the cemetery through designated pathways and parking facilities.
The explosion of a 41,000 kg ammonal mine near the cemetery created a 76-meter wide crater that remains water-filled today.
Location: Heuvelland
Architects: John Reginald Truelove
Operator: Commonwealth War Graves Commission
Part of: Funerary and memory sites of the First World War (Western Front)
Website: https://cwgc.org/find-a-cemetery/cemetery/9201/spanbroekmolen-british-cemetery
GPS coordinates: 50.77833,2.86708
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:44
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