Castle Douglas War Memorial
Posted in Trips, War Memorials at 12:00 on 19 November 2017
This simple pillar with carved surmount stands at the western approaches to the town on a roundabout where the A 745 joins the A 713.
1914-1919 Dedication. Their Name Liveth for Evermore:-
Reverse view looking towards the town:-
WW2 Dedication and names:-
Great War names. This set includes a Croix de Guerre recipient, John J O’Haire, King’s Own Scottish Borderers. He was also awarded the Military Medal (British) and Medaille Militaire (French.) He’s buried in Hooge Crater Cemetery:-
Great War names, second panel:-






