Designed by Richard Reginald Goulden, who served in the Royal Engineers during the war, the St Michael Cornhill War Memorial stands at an impressive height of 4 metres. It is made of Portland stone and bronze. The main figure of the sculpture depicts a standing Archangel Michael, complete with wings erect, wearing Roman segmented armour and a helmet, holding up a flaming sword. Two lions, symbolizing war, are placed by the angel's right foot, while four putti, representing peace, are located by the left foot. The memorial stands on a block with a bronze inscription that reads: 'DURING THE GREAT WAR, 1914–1919, THE NAMES WERE RECORDED ON THIS SITE OF 2130 MEN WHO FROM OFFICES IN THE PARISHES OF THIS UNITED BENEFICE VOLUNTEERED TO SERVE THEIR COUNTRY IN THE NAVY AND ARMY + OF THESE IT IS KNOWN THAT AT LEAST 170 GAVE THEIR LIVES FOR THE FREEDOM OF THE WORLD.'
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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