Boer War memorial at St Mary's Church, Barnes
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Boer War memorial at St Mary's Church, Barnes
Image: © Marathon Taken: 16 Oct 2019
St Mary's Church, Barnes was built in the early 12th century. It was enlarged and re-consecrated in 1215 after the signing of Magna Carta. It was extended to the west in the 13th century, and later to the east, creating a chancel. A west tower was added in the late 15th century. The north wall was demolished in the late 18th century to create a north aisle. A major fire on 8 June 1978 destroyed parts of the church, but left the tower and Norman chapel almost intact. Memorials to the Boer War are not common. This one is just inside the lych gate. See also https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2915299 and https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4276426
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