Commemorative plaque 59075

This black commemorative plaque records: Commemorating the 90th anniversary of the Stratford Branch of the Royal British Legion and its long association with the Stratford-Upon-Avon Town Council. This Garden of Rest was provide as the result of an appeal launched by the Stratford Branch of the British Legion with the substantial support of local businessman Tom (W.T.) Bird. The garden was dedicated in 1954 and is generously maintained by the Stratford-Upon-Avon Town Council. LEST WE FORGET Recorded plaque organisation: Royal British Legion (Stratford Branch).

The plaque commemorates the Stratford Branch of the Royal British Legion's enduring service since 1924 and their establishment of the Garden of Rest in 1954, supported by local businessman Tom (W.T.) Bird, as a tribute to fallen servicemen.