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STV News
30-04-2025
- General
- STV News
World War I memorial returned to community after being found in storeroom
A long-lost memorial plaque commemorating men from Maryhill who died during the First World War has been reunited with the community. The plaque records the name of 78 fallen soldiers, many of whom served with the antecedent regiments of the Royal Regiment of Scotland. It was thought to be long lost, but was recently discovered in the storeroom of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow after a member of the public was researching an ancestor lost in the war. The bronze plaque will now go on permanent display at Maryhill Burgh Halls following an unveiling ceremony on April 25, which was attended by members of The Royal Regiment of Scotland's 6th Battalion, alongside a bugler from 6 SCOTS Lowland Band and a piper. The event, which was open to the public, saw both serving military personnel and veterans lay wreaths and honour the memory of the fallen who were local to the area. Captain William Jason Craig said: 'It was a privilege for 6 SCOTS to be present and take part in the re-dedication of this important memorial. 'The men named on the plaque gave their lives in service of their country, and it is only right that their memory continues to be honoured by the communities they came from.' Chair of the trustees of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum Niall Campbell said: 'It is an honour to be able to return the Maryhill Plaque and offers the opportunity for families and friends to see the names of those who gave their lives in WWI from the Maryhill community, which includes men from the Highland Light Infantry and many of our former Scottish regiments.' A spokesperson for Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust said: 'These names represent real lives, local families, and a chapter of our history that we must never forget. We are proud to offer them the respect and a place of remembrance they deserve right in the heart of Maryhill.'' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
The Herald Scotland
23-04-2025
- General
- The Herald Scotland
Rediscovered WWI memorial plaque returned to community
The plaque, engraved with the names of 78 individuals from Maryhill who served and fell during the Great War, was previously held at the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum. It was recently rediscovered through the research by Adie Meehan, who came across it while tracing family history. Meehan is connected to Percy Lawrence McLachlan, his wife's great-uncle, one of the men listed. Niall Campbell, Chair of the Trustees of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum, said: 'It is an honour to be able to return the Maryhill Plaque and offers the opportunity for families and friends to see the names of those who gave their lives in WWI from the Maryhill community, which includes men from the Highland Light Infantry and many of our former Scottish regiments.' READ MORE: Exhibition reflects on experience of soldiers from across Commonwealth during WW1 Identity of WW1 wreck found off Scottish coast confirmed as HMS Hawke Grave of Scottish soldier identified more than 100 years after his death To mark the occasion, a commemorative booklet has been produced, featuring short biographies of many of the fallen. The project team continues to seek additional information, photographs, and stories from family members or descendants. Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust said: 'These names represent real lives, local families, and a chapter of our history that we must never forget. "We are proud to offer them the respect and a place of remembrance they deserve right in the heart of Maryhill." The ceremony will include a reading, a moment of silence, and the formal unveiling of the plaque. The plaque will be on display for viewing after the ceremony, and will remain on permanent display at Maryhill Burgh Halls. Members of the public are invited to attend, with free tickets available via Eventbrite.
