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Lawns Wood Cemetery, Leeds, Yorkshire
Lawns Wood Cemetery, Leeds, near Adel, Yorkshire, England. Showing the Ethel Preston Monument Date: 1910s
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Cemetery Ethel Lawns Leeds Preston Adel
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1. Title: "A Tranquil Resting Place: The Ethel Preston Monument in Lawns Wood Cemetery, Leeds, Yorkshire, England (1910s)" Lawns Wood Cemetery, situated near Adel in the heart of Leeds, Yorkshire, England, is a serene and historical burial ground that has been a final resting place for countless souls since its establishment in the late 19th century. This evocative photograph, taken in the 1910s, showcases the beauty and tranquility of the cemetery, with its lush greenery and intricately designed monuments. At the center of the image stands the impressive monument dedicated to Ethel Preston. The monument, adorned with intricate carvings and a finely detailed statue, is a testament to the love and respect her family held for her. The inscription on the monument reads, "In loving memory of Ethel Preston, who departed this life on the 24th day of March 1910, aged 35 years." The photograph transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the quiet reverence that would have surrounded the unveiling of this monument and the grief felt by those who mourned Ethel's passing. The cemetery, with its towering trees and peaceful atmosphere, provides a fitting backdrop for this poignant moment in history. Lawns Wood Cemetery continues to be an important part of Leeds' heritage, offering a glimpse into the past while providing a tranquil space for reflection and remembrance. The Ethel Preston monument stands as a reminder of the lives that have been lived and the stories that have been told within its hallowed grounds.
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