Memorials & monuments · Northern Ireland
Diamond War Memorial
Also known as: Derry War Memorial
In or near Derry.
Diamond War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Derry~Londonderry · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Diamond War Memorial is a public memorial or monument in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1927. Also known as: Derry War Memorial. Coordinates: 54.9956°, -7.3220°.
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Official information
The Diamond War Memorial is a significant historical site located in Derry, commemorating those who served in the armed forces. Visitors can explore its rich heritage and the surrounding area, which is part of the city's historic Walls.
From the Wikipedia article
Erected in 1927, the Diamond War Memorial is located on The Diamond in the centre of Derry, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is dedicated to the citizens of the city who lost their lives while in military service during World War I.
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Background
Architecture
The Diamond War Memorial was designed by siblings Sydney March and Vernon March. The brothers came from a large family that included eight children who became artists and established a studio at their family home of Goddendene in Farnborough, Kent, England. The monument was sculpted by one of the brothers, Vernon March, who, together with his siblings, was also responsible for monuments such as the National War Memorial of Ottawa. Vernon March also sculpted miniatures of the Diamond War Memorial that are housed within Saint Columb's Cathedral in Derry. The cenotaph is located in the centre of The Diamond. The design of the memorial is similar to that of the Cenotaph erected in Cape Town,…
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- Coordinates
- 54.9956, -7.3220
- District
- Derry City and Strabane
- Postcode
- BT48 6HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Foyle
- Phone
- +44 28 7126 2880
- Established
- 1927
- Nearest railway station
- Derry~Londonderry — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.saintcolumbshall.com
Sources
- osm: n1368311713 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Diamond War Memorial (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: War memorial Derry 2007 SMC.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Diamond War Memorial?
- Diamond War Memorial is in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom (postcode BT48 6HP).
- What is Diamond War Memorial?
- Diamond War Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Diamond War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Derry~Londonderry, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode BT48 6HP.
- When was Diamond War Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1927.
- Is Diamond War Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Diamond War Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Diamond War Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Derry~Londonderry, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BT48 6HP.