Memorial Details
What type of memorial is it?
Window
How would you describe the memorial and its ornamentation?
Three light stained Glass Window. Main panels depict the Angel of the Lord and chorus holding a banner,
the Three wise men and the Shepherds. Small panels show figures representing Valour, Justice, Mercy and Charity. The dedication is in 3 lines across all three lights.
Location
Has this memorial been lost?
No
Location
Location
Is this the memorial's current location?
Yes
Building Name
St. Mary's Church
Street
Church Lane
Town
Earl Soham
District
Suffolk Coastal
County
Suffolk
Country
England
Postcode
IP13 7SE
OS map ref
TM 23639 63285
Other Details
West wall of the bell tower
If the memorial is located in a site of worship, please list the religious denominations
Church of England

Boer War window Location

Commemoration
What words are inscribed on the memorial?
Top of lights: Glory to God in the highest / and on earth peace / good will towards men.

Middle of lights: Fear not: for I bring / you good tidings of great joy / which shall be to all people

Lower lights: (...) with you my peace / I give unto you not as the / world giveth give. I unto you
War
How many names are listed in total?
0
Which war or group does the memorial commemorate?
Boer War; Second (1899-1902)
Is the total an exact count?
No
Of the names listed, how many served and returned?
0
Of the names listed, how many died?
0
Condition
Is the writing on the memorial difficult to read?
No
Which organisation is the custodian of the memorial?
PCC
Components
Component Details
Which memorial component are you recording?
Window
What condition is this component in?
Good
What materials has this component been constructed from?
Stained Glass
Listing Information
Does it have listed status?
No
History
Sponsorship
Was the memorial sponsored by any organisations or individuals?
private
If yes, what are the sponsor's details?
Sir Auckland Colvin, KCMG, KCS1
Scholarship
Is there a trust or scholarship associated with it?
No
Maker
Maker
Person or organisation involved in the making of the memorial
Messrs Burlison & Grylls, Newman St, London
What role did they have in the making?
Manufacturer
Ceremony
Ceremony
Ceremony
What was the purpose of the ceremony?
Dedicated
When did it take place?
14th April 1906
Who was present?
Rev Richard Abbay, Rector of Earl Soham
References
References
Suffolk Chronicle and Mercury 20 April 1906
Suffolk Review - The Boer War Memorials of Suffolk by Thomas, Gwyn 27 Source: Media Library NIWMN Published:Suffolk Local History Council Autumn 1999 IPSWICH
Image(s)
Memorial Image
Media ID
177192
West window lower lights detail
Priority
1
What is the image's caption?
West window lower lights detail
Copyright Statement
©2024 Colin Murray
Who is it credited to?
Colin Murray
Date Taken
05/05/2024
Who took or provided this image?
Colin Murray
What is its licence type?
Standard WMA terms
Is this image evidence of inscribed names?
✖
Media Image Height
1091
Media Image Width
1520
Media ID
177193
West window
Priority
0
What is the image's caption?
West window
Copyright Statement
©2024 Colin Murray
Who is it credited to?
Colin Murray
Date Taken
05/05/2024
Who took or provided this image?
Colin Murray
What is its licence type?
Standard WMA terms
Is this image evidence of inscribed names?
✖
Media Image Height
3478
Media Image Width
1755
Media ID
177194
Window in context
Priority
2
What is the image's caption?
Window in context
Copyright Statement
©2024 Colin Murray
Who is it credited to?
Colin Murray
Date Taken
05/05/2024
Who took or provided this image?
Colin Murray
What is its licence type?
Standard WMA terms
Is this image evidence of inscribed names?
✖
Media Image Height
4993
Media Image Width
3100