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Beckingham All Saints Memorial Cross

Memorial cross of Portland Stone in the churchyard of All Saints', Beckingham, unveiled 29th May 1920 by Major Bell, dedicated by Rev. Charles R. Round (Vicar of Beckingham) and an address was given by Rev RF Priestley, the Weslyan Minister. Inscription on cross reads: 'Giving thanks to God and in memory of the gallant men of Beckingham who gave their lives for their country in the Great War 1914 - 1919. Their name liveth forever more.' An article from Beckingham Parish Magazine, June/July 1920 in a framed Roll of Honour in the church describes the unveiling of the parish war memorial. Inside the church is litany desk and associated plaque, with further plaque (WMA 38773). The dedication on the litany desk reads: 'In thankful remembrance of the courage and self-sacrifice of the loyal sons of this parish of Beckingham who took part in the Great War 1914-18, and of the many prayers and thanksgivings offered here in those anxious days. Hitherto hath the Lord helped us.' A memorial roll of honour is inside church. It is pre-printed with names written in manuscript; there are ten photographs in the border; two articles from the parish magazine, June/July 1920, concerning the memorial cross in the churchyard and the litany desk and roll of honour have been added alongside the names. The dedication on the ROH reads: 'Pray for those who have gone from this parish to serve our King and country by land and sea and air. Girt about them with truth & feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace.' Transcript of one of the articles from the parish magazine: 'Parochial Church Council. A meeting was held on Thursday, June 17th, when the Vicar presided and the others present were the Churchwardens, Mrs Sidwell, Mrs Arthur, Mrs Beaumont, Miss Dickinson, Miss Brownlow and Miss Howden. Several matters were discussed. It was decided that the Church War Memorial should take the form of a new Litany Desk with an inscription somewhat as follows: “In thankful remembrance of the courage and self-sacrifice of the loyal sons of this parish who took part in the Great War 1914-18, and of the many prayers and thanksgivings offered here in those anxious days”. “Hitherto hath the Lord helped us.” It was also agreed that the Roll of Honour already in the Church should be framed and remain in its present position.'

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