Carved from stone, the Arkley War Memorial stands as a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by the men from this village. Unveiled in 1920, the memorial initially commemorated those who lost their lives in the First World War. Later, it was updated to include those who fell during the Second World War. The inscription on the plinth reads: “IN GRATEFUL MEMORY OF / THE BRAVE MEN FROM THIS / VILLAGE WHO GAVE THEIR / LIVES FOR THEIR COUNTRY / IN THE WARS OF 1914 – 1919 / AND 1939 – 1945”. The design of the Arkley War Memorial, a tall Celtic cross, is simple yet incredibly moving. Notice the elaborate knot-work carvings on the front face and the carving of a sword on the shaft. This monument, standing tall at the junction of Barnet Road and Rowley Green Road, serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of war and the enduring legacy of those who served.
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