Douglas War Memorial

The memorial, including the statue at top, stands about 50 feet (15 m) high and has a stone base rising in four steps, upon which is a tall column of Manx granite, surmounted by the three ton figure of a soldier called "The Manxman".^[1] It was designed to have a flower garden and guard rail surrounding it and stands on what was once a bandstand area.^[2] The front facade features sculptures of a wreath and holy cross. Rolls of names and copper vases for flowers are affixed to the base.

The monument was designed by Ewart Crellin (1887–1950) who also designed the Lezayre War Memorial while sculptures were carved by Harry Hems & Co. of Exeter who also carved the St. Matthews War Memorial. The design was unveiled to the public in 1922.^[2] The monument was erected in May 1924.^[1]

The monument was dedicated only to the fallen members of World War I due to the date of its design and introduction. Names of fallen World War II members were later incorporated into the statue.

The memorial is located along Harris Promenade, across from the Villa Marina, in Douglas, Isle of Man.

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