Summary
War memorial, erected 1921.
Reasons for Designation
New Barnet (East Barnet Valley) War Memorial, erected 1921, designed by Newbury Abbot Trent ARA, is listed at Grade II for the following principal reasons:
* Historical interest: as a permanent testament to the sacrifice made by the men and women of the London Borough of Barnet. It is of strong historic and cultural significance, both at a local and a national level;
* Design interest: it is a dignified monument executed in good quality materials, designed by Newbury Abbot Trent, Associate of the Royal Academy.
History
The New Barnet (East Barnet Valley) War Memorial stands on a triangular island in the centre of the town; it was created as a memorial to the men of the East Barnet Valley who fell during the First World War. The memorial cost £900, largely paid for with funds raised by public subscription. The monument was designed by Newbury Abbot Trent, Associate of the Royal Academy, a well known sculptor of the time. It was unveiled on 20th March 1921 by the Viscount Hampden GCVO, KCB, CMG, the Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire, and commanding officer of the 1st Battalion the Hertfordshire Regiment in the war; subsequently Brigadier-General 185th Brigade. The names of the 277 men and 1 woman who died on active service during the First World War and 136 men killed during the Second World War are commemorated on the monument.
Details
War memorial, erected 1921, Architect: Newbury Abbot Trent ARA
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