Martyrs Monument Collection

Martyrs Monument, St Andrews, Fife, Scotland

Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard (engraving)
5203202 Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombs in Greyfriars Churchyard)

Wigtown, from the Martyrs Monument (b / w photo)
3091887 Wigtown, from the Martyrs Monument (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wigtown, from the Martyrs Monument)

The Martyrs Monument in the Graveyard, Greyfriars
LLM458181 The Martyrs Monument in the Graveyard, Greyfriars by Fulleylove, John (1847-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martyrs Monument in the Graveyard, Greyfriars)

Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University (engraving)
1609855 Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bird s-Eye View of Exeter College, Oxford University)

The Martyrs Monument, Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh (engraving)
2791292 The Martyrs Monument, Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martyrs Monument, Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh)

The Martyrs Monument, Edinburgh (engraving)
1101549 The Martyrs Monument, Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Martyrs Monument, Edinburgh)

Wigtown - From the Martyrs Monument, 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]

Edinburgh skyline
High angle vertical cityscape of Edinburgh, Scotland. Martyrs Monument (obelisk foreground left), North Bridge and Market Street City Arts Centre (middleground)

Martyrs Monument, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

Blue structures, Martyrs Monument, Baghdad, Iraq, Middle East

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The Martyrs Monument stands tall and proud in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. This magnificent structure serves as a solemn tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for their beliefs. As you approach the monument, you can't help but feel a sense of reverence and admiration for these brave individuals. Located in Greyfriars Churchyard, the Martyrs Monument is surrounded by tombs that hold stories of courage and resilience engraved upon them. Each name etched into the stone represents someone who stood up against oppression and fought for what they believed in. From the top of this monument, one can enjoy breathtaking views of Wigtown. A black-and-white photo captures its beauty perfectly - an idyllic town nestled amidst rolling hills and serene landscapes. Not limited to just one location, similar monuments exist across different cities. An engraving showcases the Martyrs Monument in Greyfriars Churchyard, Edinburgh - a testament to how widespread this commemoration has become. Another engraving takes us even further south to Exeter College at Oxford University. Here we see a bird's-eye view of the college grounds with its stunning architecture blending seamlessly with nature's beauty. Back in Edinburgh, another engraving highlights yet another perspective of the Martyrs Monument within this historic cityscape. The towering structure stands proudly among other architectural marvels that make up Edinburgh's skyline. A photograph from 1895 transports us back in time to Wigtown once again. From atop the Martyrs Monument, we witness a snapshot frozen forever - capturing life as it was over a century ago. As we gaze upon these images and explore these various locations connected by this powerful symbol, our hearts are filled with gratitude for those who gave everything so that future generations could live freely. The blue structures surrounding the Martyrs Monument add an artistic touch to its surroundings while serving as a reminder that freedom comes at a cost – one that should never be forgotten or taken for granted.