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Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, on the Grand Parade, Portsmouth, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, on the Grand Parade, Portsmouth, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, on the Grand Parade, Portsmouth, 1864. 'The cross, designed and constructed by Mr. Leifchild, is intended to commemorate the services and death of the 243 officers, non-commissioned officers, and private soldiers lost by the regiment while engaged in these arduous and glorious operations...[ie the victories of Ramilies, Oudenard, and Malplaquet; the relief of Lucknow; the repulse of the attack on Agra; the defeat of the Gwalior Contingent at Cawnpore; the action of the Kalee Nuddee; the capture of Delhi, and occupation of Futtehghur]. The shaft and arms of the cross are of white marble, and the buttresses to the arms of Robin Hood stone. The base is of granite, with bands of green marble, and serpentine. The relievos represent the ascension, the encampment, the battle, the burial. On the other three sides of the shaft are cut the names of the officers, non-commissioned officers, drummers, and privates lost by the regiment during the [Indian] mutiny. The height of the cross is twenty feet'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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This stunning print captures the Memorial Cross of the 8th (King's) Regiment, standing tall and proud on the Grand Parade in Portsmouth in 1864. The cross, designed and constructed by Mr. Leifchild, serves as a poignant tribute to the 243 officers, non-commissioned officers, and private soldiers lost by the regiment during various significant battles and operations.
The intricate details of the cross are truly remarkable - with white marble shafts and arms, Robin Hood stone buttresses, a granite base adorned with bands of green marble and serpentine. The reliefs on the cross depict scenes such as ascension, encampment, battle, and burial - each telling a story of sacrifice and valor.
Etched onto three sides of the shaft are names of those who fell during the Indian Mutiny - a solemn reminder of their bravery and dedication to duty. Standing at an impressive height of twenty feet, this memorial is not just a structure but a symbol of remembrance for generations to come.
Through this print from "Illustrated London News", we can glimpse into history and pay homage to those who gave their lives for their country. It stands as a testament to courage in adversity and serves as an everlasting tribute to these fallen heroes.
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