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War memorial, Town Square, Launceston, Cornwall. 1924
Filename: TRURI-LUNtn-2.tiff
Size: 5192 x 7376 (38.3MB)
Date: 30th October 2018
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Cornwall
Location Name: 50.640134, -4.358558
© From the collection of the RIC
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War memorial, Town Square, Launceston, Cornwall. 1924
View of the memorial in the middle of the road with cars and a van. The memorial was built in 1921 and commemorates those who gave their lives during the First World War and Second World War. Wenmoth & Sons furnishings and hardware shop can be seen in the background. The photograph was taken on Y.M.B.C trip (thought to refer to Young Mens Bible Class). Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : LUNtn.2
Media ID 18077355
© From the collection of the RIC
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print transports us back to the year 1924, capturing a poignant scene in the heart of Launceston, Cornwall. In the center of the road stands a solemn war memorial, erected just three years prior in 1921. This memorial serves as a lasting tribute to those brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice during both World Wars. The photograph not only showcases this significant monument but also provides glimpses into daily life at that time. The bustling street is filled with vintage cars and a van, giving us a glimpse into early twentieth-century transportation. In the background, we catch sight of Wenmoth & Sons furnishings and hardware shop, an establishment that likely played an integral role in serving the community's needs. Interestingly, this particular image was taken on what appears to be a Y. M. B. C trip - possibly referring to Young Men's Bible Class outing. It offers insight into how communities came together for leisure activities during that era. Despite being captured by an unknown photographer, this snapshot from history speaks volumes about remembrance and resilience within Cornish towns. Through its composition and subject matter, it invites viewers to reflect upon the sacrifices made by their predecessors while appreciating how life has evolved since then
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