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Monument MPM461 - CRIMEAN MONUMENT
Summary
Monument erected in 1857 to commemorate Crimean War dead buried in Portsmouth.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Portland stone obelisk, erected 1857, commemorating soldiers and sailors who died during the Crimean War and were buried in Portsmouth. The inscription reads 'Erected in memory of those brave soldiers and sailors who during the late war with Russia died of their wounds and are buried in this garrison' and 'Erected by the Debating Society of Portsmouth aided by their fellow townsmen, June 10th 1857'.
Historic England, The National Heritage List for England (Index). SPM35.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SPM35 Index: Historic England. The National Heritage List for England.
Protected Status/Designation
- Conservation Area 10: The Sea Front
- Listed Building (II) 1386963: CRIMEAN MONUMENT
- Registered Park or Garden (II) 1001624: SOUTHSEA COMMON
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 6400 9830 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM