Summary
First World War memorial, 1920, with later additions for the Second World War.
Reasons for Designation
Morton War Memorial, which stands in the churchyard of the Church of St Philip and St James, 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;
* Architectural interest: a simple yet dignified memorial obelisk.
History
Morton War Memorial was funded on the basis of public subscriptions. The memorial was erected in 1920 by Lorenza Lewis, for the cost of £161.10s. It was unveiled on the 15 August 1920 by Major Parker Leighton and dedicated by the Bishop of Lichfield, commemorating 20 local servicemen who had died during the First World War.
Details
MATERIALS: Cornish silver grey granite.
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