War Graves in local cemetaries

Pippah45 replied on 08/12/2016 10:13

Posted on 08/12/2016 10:13

Our Church has been asked to put up a plaque to denote that there are war graves - can anyone tell me what a plaque looks like and how big?  The PCC has to agree its placement etc etc.  I have in my mind that it might be like the blue ones found on houses that famous people lived in.  Perhaps the size of a large dinner plate - but no idea!  Any help would be appreciated! 

GrumpySteve replied on 08/12/2016 12:24

Posted on 08/12/2016 12:24

Contact Commonwealth War Graves Commission who administer war graves - they may supply an appropriate sign. If there is only one or two graves concerned they may not deem it necessary. Signs are usually green I believe. 

N1805 replied on 08/12/2016 19:17

Posted on 08/12/2016 19:17

Good luck with the plaque Pippah45.  There's always someone who is happy to help get the answer we need.  Well done Grumpy Steve. 

Pippah45 replied on 09/12/2016 09:11

Posted on 09/12/2016 09:11

Yes N1805 lots of knowledge on CT - I find the answers come without the gobblediegook you get searching websites etc.  Often ask here first - thanks everyone!  Laughing

tombar replied on 09/12/2016 10:26

Posted on 09/12/2016 10:26

Green, and about 12" x 18".  We often stay at Cloverfields in Buxton, and as you drive out of Buxton towards the site, you pass a church which has a plaque on the wall to let you know there are military graves inside.  Personally, I didn't think you would need permission to put a sign up up. 

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