Western Mail Welsh National War Memorial poster

This material is held atGlamorgan Archives / Archifau Morgannwg

  • Reference
    • GB 214 D1599
  • Dates of Creation
    • c1928
  • Name of Creator
  • Language of Material
    • English
  • Physical Description
    • 1 roll; damaged

Scope and Content

Poster with photograph of the Welsh National War Memorial, Cathays Park, Cardiff and photographs of officials who supported the building of the memorial

Administrative / Biographical History

The Welsh National War Memorial is situated in Alexandra Gardens, Cathays Park, Cardiff and was originally erected to commemorate Welsh servicemen who died during the First World War. The Western Mail created a national subscription fund and a committee was set up to manage the scheme. It was designed by Sir Ninian Comper and established in 1928.

Arrangement

Chronological

Access Information

No restrictions.

Acquisition Information

Unknown

Other Finding Aids

A detailed catalogue is available

Physical Characteristics and/or Technical Requirements

Poor condition - some items may be unavailable for production

Archivist's Note

Compiled by Heather Mountjoy for Glamorgan Archives

Conditions Governing Use

Normal Glamorgan Archives conditions apply.

Appraisal Information

All records which meet the collection policy of Glamorgan Archives have been retained.

Custodial History

Unknown.

Accruals

Accruals are not expected.