Flowers in memory of Captain Cunningham and Lieutenant Williams

The inscription on the plaque below this lovely little niche in St. Albans cathedral reads :
"This grille is in memory of Harold J. Cunningham, M.C. , Capt. Adjt., 6th Beds. Regt., killed in action 4th October 1917 and of Robin A. W. Williams, Lieut. 2nd KOYLI* killed in action on Hill 60 18 April 1915 "(Given by their mothers)"

It's a charming memorial to two brave men (the captain was awarded the Military Cross) and the cathedral's flower ladies always make sure there are fresh flowers placed in the niche.
There's only ever been just one vase in there when I've seen it on earlier visits, placed right behind the central pillar of the grille. On Monday I saw the extra jars of flowers (maybe the ladies had had some flowers left over from the large arrangements) and so took this shot.

*King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry

[Ariel]

This is beautiful and moving. The tones and composition, everything. Somehow it feels much older.

Fave. I love this shot.

[Maggiemae]

A simple and beautiful photo and story!

[Hamble]

A lovely shot, good composition, there's just something really nice about it. The colours of the flowers and the vases compliment the surrounding wall well. I like the positioning of the niche in your frame.

[Jennifer C]

love the tones and words x

[Rachel Withey]

Beautiful shot. Great composition

[judith deacon]

A beautiful photo and story, so glad that the cathedral keeps their memory alive with flowers.

[Al Bailey]

What a beautiful photograph ..... the composition is fabulous. :)

[Trixie Hiscock]

I think this would make a beautiful piece of wall art. I really like the way you have composed this just off centre too.

[Margaret Brown]

Love the colours and sentiment, a moving memorial.

[carol white]

A beautiful memorial,and lovely to think that flowers are still placed there

[elkehochban]

Beautiful!

[Milanie]

What a beautiful memorial to the two men - and to think it's been nearly 100 years - that's special. Love the simplicity of your composition - fitting for the event.

[Lisa Stein]

What a beautiful and touching find. Love your composition.

[Gena Pegg]

What a lovely capture....and love the story. Thank you for sharing this...it is very touching, and to see the extra flowers makes it even more special. Such beautiful bouquets in such a charming window setting!

[Kazzy]

A gorgeous memorial! You have captured this so well. I like that you have positioned this off centre.

[Dione Giorgio]

This is so beautiful, Alison.

[👑 AnaZad]

Lovely capture and memorial.

[Janet]

I didn't spot this one! The colours of the flowers complement the stonework beautifully.

[Cindy Hagan]

Beautifulcaptureandmemorial

[Cindy Hagan]

ummm - throw some spaces in there, please....sorry about that :)

[Jerri]

this is a wonderful memorial shot.

[Jen Hudson]

Lovely composition, so attractive and great colours against the cool stone.

[Matt Clendon]

A poignant memorial to lost lives given by their mothers. You can still feel the grief behind this grill somehow, even with the beautiful flowers.

[Taephy]

Beautiful and very nice that they are not forgotten.