Memorial Details
What type of memorial is it?
Window
How would you describe the memorial and its ornamentation?
Stained glass window in 3 panels, depicting biblical figures. The entire window surrounded by a stone arch. Dedicatory inscription within the window.
Reason for status change (if applicable/optional)
Grid reference & address updated.
Location
Has this memorial been lost?
No
Location
Location
Is this the memorial's current location?
Yes
Building Name
St. Mary the Virgin Church
Street
Church Hill
Town
Finedon
District
Northampton
County
Northamptonshire
Country
England
Postcode
NN9 5NR
OS map ref
SP 91248 71970
If the memorial is located in a site of worship, please list the religious denominations
Church of England

Lieutenant W. B. Mortimer Location

Commemoration
What words are inscribed on the memorial?
To the glory of God and in ever loving memory of William Brian Mortimer, Lieutenant Durham Light Infantry, who was born 6 June 1876 and killed near Ypres 13 June 1915. This window is dedicated by his widow. (Exact line spacing unknown)
War
How many names are listed in total?
1
Which war or group does the memorial commemorate?
First World War (1914-1918)
Is the total an exact count?
Yes
Of the names listed, how many served and returned?
0
Of the names listed, how many died?
1
What information is listed for those commemorated?
forenames, surname, rank, regiment, date of birth. manner, place and date of death. relationship.
How is this information ordered?
forename,surname,rank,regiment,place of death,year died,relationships
Condition
Is the writing on the memorial difficult to read?
No
Which organisation is the custodian of the memorial?
The Church
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
Dimensions
How high is the component?
4000 mm
How wide is the component?
1700 mm
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?
His widow
Scholarship
Is there a trust or scholarship associated with it?
No
Maker
Maker
Person or organisation involved in the making of the memorial
C E Kempe & Co Ltd
What role did they have in the making?
Builder
Ceremony
Ceremony
Ceremony
What was the purpose of the ceremony?
Unveiled
When did it take place?
13th June 1917
Ceremony
What was the purpose of the ceremony?
Dedicated
When did it take place?
13th June 1917
Who was present?
The Vicar
References
References
Northampton Chronicle and Echo - Tuesday 19 June 1917
Northampton and Roundabout
Northampton Mercury - Friday 22 June 1917
LOCAL WAR NOTES
Northampton Mercury - Friday 15 June 1917
LOCAL NEWS
Image(s)
Memorial Image
Media ID
145640
Lieutenant William Brian Mortimer window
Priority
1
What is the image's caption?
Lieutenant William Brian Mortimer window
Copyright Statement
John Gilchrist
Who is it credited to?
John Gilchrist
Date Taken
12th October 2022
Who took or provided this image?
John Gilchrist
What is its licence type?
Standard WMA terms
Is this image evidence of inscribed names?
✔
Media Image Height
1098
Media Image Width
1462
Media ID
145641
Lieutenant William Brian Mortimer window
Priority
0
What is the image's caption?
Lieutenant William Brian Mortimer window
Copyright Statement
John Gilchrist
Who is it credited to?
John Gilchrist
Date Taken
12th October 2022
Who took or provided this image?
John Gilchrist
What is its licence type?
Standard WMA terms
Is this image evidence of inscribed names?
✔
Media Image Height
1439
Media Image Width
1079