Hall of Memory (Birmingham)

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The Hall of Memory in Centenary Square, Birmingham, England, designed by S.N. Cooke and W.N. Twist was erected 1922-5 to commemorate the 12,320 Birmingham citizens who died in World War I.

Made from Portland stone, from the Isle of Portland near Weymouth, it was opened by Prince Arthur of Connaught on July 4, 1925. The four statues around the exterior are by local artist Albert Toft. They represent the Army, Navy, Air Force and Women's Services.

Some of the interior decoration is by William Bloye.

[edit] Sources

• Pevsner Architectural Guides - Birmingham, Andy Foster, 2005, ISBN 0-300-10731-5

[edit] External links

• Birmingham City Council page about the Hall of Memory
• Birmingham Open Guides

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