War Memorial at Albert Square, Fenton
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War Memorial at Albert Square, Fenton
Image: © Steven Birks Taken: Unknown
Location: Albert Square, in front of the old Town Hall , Fenton Unveiling: Unveiled 11 November 1922 Architect: Charles F Simms Sculptor: Messrs W & R Mellor Ltd Commissioned by: funded by public subscription The war memorial has grade II listing status. An obelisk springs from the base of the memorial. On the side facing Christchurch Street the figure of a private soldier stands with reversed arms. The old Fenton coat of arms is carved on the side of the monument facing the Town Hall, with the motto ONWARD and UPWARD carved in raised letters. On each of the other three sides are carved laurel wreaths and festoons, under which the words HONOUR SACRIFICE and COURAGE are incised. On each corner of the monument are prominent supporting diagonal buttresses with moulded base and plain caps.
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52.997709
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-2.165344