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War Memorial

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Photograph at the War Memorial war memorial
Photograph: Andy Mabbett, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0).

This memorial stands as a tribute to those who participated in significant global conflicts of the 20th century. It specifically honours the men who fought during the Great War, which spanned from 1914 to 1918, and also those involved in the Second World War, a conflict that took place between 1939 and 1945. Memorials of this kind serve as a lasting public remembrance, ensuring that the contributions and sacrifices made during these tumultuous periods are not forgotten. It is a focal point for reflection on the impact of war on individuals and communities.

The memorial acknowledges the periods of both World War I and World War II. The first of these conflicts, often referred to as the Great War, commenced in July 1914 and concluded in November 1918, involving two major coalitions globally. It is considered one of the deadliest in history, marked by significant advancements in military technology. Following this, unresolved issues contributed to the outbreak of World War II, which began in September 1939 and ended in September 1945. This subsequent global conflict was even more devastating, involving nearly all countries and resulting in an immense loss of life.

This war memorial is situated in Birmingham. Visitors can approach the site to view this public edifice, which is designed to commemorate those involved in historic conflicts. Memorials are often places of quiet contemplation, and visitors are encouraged to reflect respectfully on its purpose and the events it signifies. The structure serves as a permanent reminder within the urban landscape.

Inscription

“To the memory of the men who fought in the Great Wars 1914-1918 1939-1945”
Transcribed from the war memorial at Location details from OpenStreetMap.

Background

War memorials stand as enduring testaments, taking many forms from grand structures to simple statues. They serve to honour the courage and sacrifice of those involved in conflict. In more recent times, these monuments have increasingly become places of solemn remembrance for individuals who lost their lives or sustained injuries during wartime, ensuring their service is never forgotten.

Original summary by TributeLegacy, informed by public sources.

First World WarSecond World WarKorean WarVietnam WarBoer WarNorthern Ireland

Photographs

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Source: OpenStreetMap. Geographic data via OpenStreetMap.

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Data sources

Location records are drawn from open, licence-clean datasets, kept here with attribution and gratitude to the people who maintain them.

  • Open Plaques, dedicated to the public domain (CC0). See openplaques.org.
  • Wikidata, available under the CC0 1.0 Universal dedication.
  • © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.
  • Historic England, National Heritage List for England, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. War memorial records are drawn from open community datasets (OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, NHLE) - never from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, which is excluded.

Editorial descriptions, photography and tribute links are original TributeLegacy work, layered on top of the open data.

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