Guildford Grammar School War Memorial

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A monument commemorating the former Guildford Grammar School students who died in service or were killed in action in World War One.The memorial was unveiled on April 23, 1922, by the Prime Minister (Mr. W. M. Hughes). The memorial was designed by Mr. W. Tapper, of London, the architect of the school chapel (WMQG0D). Plaques on either side list the names of the students, whilst the one on the front reads -



"To the glory of God and in grateful memory of the boys who gave their lives for their King & country in the Great War 1914 - 1918. Remember them for good and bring them unto glory through the sufferings and death of the captain of their salvation"

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