Thursday, 6 December 2012

3# Bournemouth - The War Memorial


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The War Memorial

Bournemouth’s imposing War Memorial stands by the Bourne Stream in the middle of the Central Gardens. It was unveiled by the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire, Major General J E B Seeley, on 8th November 1922.

Designed by A E Shervey, the Deputy Borough Architect, the monumental work was carried out by local sculptor W A Hoare from Boscombe. Borders of rose bushes were also planted at the same time.

In 1980 the Memorial was cleaned and refurbished, proceeds from the Town Lottery being used to pay for the costs.

Peter Kazmierczak, Senior Heritage Librarian, Bournemouth Libraries

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