What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: These gates were sponsored by The Rotary Club of Wirksworth they were presented to the Wirksworth Branch of The Royal British Legion on June 6th 1994 by Rotary President Ron Duggins on the 50th anniversary of the D Day landings 1944. Recorded plaque organisation: Rotary Club of Wirksworth.
The gates commemorate the 50th anniversary of the D-Day landings, presented by The Rotary Club of Wirksworth to the Wirksworth Branch of The Royal British Legion, symbolizing community remembrance and support for veterans.
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Photo: Elliott Brown · CC BY-SA 2.0