Summary
First World War memorial, with later additions for the Second World War.
Reasons for Designation
Leckhampstead War Memorial, which stands on War Memorial Green, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons:
* Historic interest: as an eloquent witness to the tragic impact of world events on this local community, and the sacrifice it has made in the conflicts of the C20;
* Materials: for the highly unusual use of war salvage in a form of trench art;
* Group value: with Leckhampstead House (Grade II).
History
The aftermath of the First World War saw the biggest single wave of public commemoration ever with tens of thousands of memorials erected across England. One such memorial was raised in Leckhampstead as a permanent testament to the sacrifice made by the members of the local community. It was funded by Hector Morison, a Canadian businessman who had moved to the village in 1908. He and his wife were significant local benefactors. Mr Morison is thought to have provided all of the spent armament incorporated in the memorial.
Details
Leckhampstead War Memorial stands in a square gravelled area on War Memorial Green, opposite the Recreation Ground and close to Leckhampstead House (Grade II). It comprises a tall obelisk, square on plan, rising from a broad, square, plinth. The plinth stands on two low steps.
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