Georgetown Cenotaph

The Georgetown Cenotaph is a war memorial located at the intersection of Main and Church Streets and rises approximately 4.5 meters high. Its base is inscribed with four words that reflect its purpose: Devotion, Humanity, Fortitude, and Sacrifice.

The memorial was unveiled in 1923 by Governor Graeme Thomson and replaced an earlier fountain from 1867. The site originally marked the completion of the city's water supply system.

The monument stands at a central location and honors soldiers from Guyana who fought in distant lands during global conflicts. Visitors can see the inscriptions that reflect on the sacrifice made by those who served.

The memorial sits at a busy street intersection in the city center and is easily accessible on foot. It is an open-air site with no admission fee, making it easy to visit at any time.

An ornate fountain once stood at this very spot before the memorial was built and was later relocated to another part of the city. The original fountain can be seen today opposite St. Rose's High School.

Location: Georgetown

Inception: August 14, 1923

Height: 4.5 m

GPS coordinates: 6.81362,-58.16514

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:09