Birkbeck says that the memorial was created "... to commemorate the lives of the thousands of Birkbeck students who were killed, injured or bereaved by the Second World War." We'd be surprised if that was the thinking in the 1950s; this degree of inclusivity is a more recent phenomenon. WW2 memorials were generally raised to those killed in the war, often just the armed forces, and often just the men.
This section lists the memorials where the subject on this page is commemorated:
Birkbeck students killed in WW2
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Birkbeck WW2 memorial
From Birkbeck: "The sculpture, which is thought to have been created in the 1...
Other Subjects
Swan Housing Association
Established in the 1990s. As at 2025 Swan Housing Association is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sanctuary.
Shoreditch Housing Association
From the website "ISHA consists of Islington and Shoreditch Housing Association, with Urban Style Ltd as a subsidiary. We also incorporate Lien Viet Housing Association and proudly continue to deli...
Bexley Historical Society
It aims to foster an interest in all matters of historical significance relating to the Bexley district.
George Hay and Company
Chartered accountants and registered auditors. They are based at the same address as the plaque and presumably contributed to its erection.
Worshipful Company of Scientific Instrument Makers
The WCSIM promotes the craft of scientific instrument making and the exchange of ideas and information by members and guests through meetings, visits, lectures and social events.
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