" He Died for Freedom and Honour " is the
apt, succinct, and sufficient inscription upon the memorial plaque or medal in bronze which will be forwarded in due course to the next-of-kin of every member of the King's forces who has fallen in the war. The design was selected in open competition, the first prize being £250. More than eight hundred models were submitted, including contributions from Australia, Canada, Palestine, and other parts of the front, many soldiers taking part, in spite of the studio-limitations of active service. The successful competitor is Mr. E. Carter Preston, of Liverpool, a comparatively unknown sculptor. His design is simple and dignified : Britannia, with her lion attendant, holds a wreath of laurel above the field or panel which will enclose the name of the dead hero. Each name is to be cast along with the medal. Scarcity of material must delay the distribution ; but these memorials will be the treasured heirlooms of many generations.
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