Memorials & monuments · South East England
Burma Star Memorial
In or near Sonning.
Burma Star Memorial — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Reading · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Burma Star Memorial is a memorial located in england-south-east, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Burma Star Memorial is a sculpture located in Forbury Gardens, Reading, commemorating three local volunteers who lost their lives during the Spanish Civil War. Unveiled in 2015, it serves as a tribute to the contributions of these individuals and is supported by the Reading International Brigade Memorial Committee.
Place summary
The Burma Star Memorial is located in South-East England. It commemorates the service of those who fought in the Burma Campaign during the Second World War. The memorial is a significant tribute to the sacrifices made by the armed forces in this conflict.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4571, -0.9660
- District
- Reading
- Parish
- Reading, unparished area
- Postcode
- RG1 3FD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Reading Central
- Nearest railway station
- Reading — 0.5 km
- Official site
- international-brigades.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/6558273418 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Burma Star Memorial?
- Burma Star Memorial is in South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode RG1 3FD), in the parish of Reading, unparished area.
- What is Burma Star Memorial?
- Burma Star Memorial — a memorial in england-south-east, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Burma Star Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode RG1 3FD.
- Is Burma Star Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Burma Star Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Burma Star Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Reading, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode RG1 3FD.