A 'commemorative plaque', or simply 'plaque', is a plate of metal, ceramic, stone, wood, or other material, typically attached to a wall, stone, or other vertical surface, and bearing text in memory of an important figure or event.
In the
United Kingdom,
blue plaques are attached to buildings to commemorate their association with important occupants or events.
A monumental plaque or tablet commemorating a deceased person or persons, can be a simple form of
church monument.
After the
First World War, the families of British service men and women killed during the conflict were presented with
bronze memorial plaques. The plaques, around 120mm in diameter, were designed by the eminent
sculptor and
medallist,
Edward Carter Preston.
First World War memorial plaque
Awards
An award plaque made of wood with a printed metal plate and a
medallion.
Plaques are also given as
awards instead of
trophies or
ribbons. Such plaques usually bear text describing the reason for the award and, often, the date of the award.
External links
★
Blue Plaque — website listing blue plaques erected in London.]
★
History of the First World War bronze memorial plaques
★
WWI memorial plaques history
★
Perpetual Plaque — Website listing Perpetual Plaques in USA.]
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