General Joseph Smith Tomb In Church Of All Saints Churchyard

The tomb of General Joseph Smith, dating from around 1790, is a chest tomb made of Bath stone, situated to the north of the north-west end of the Church of All Saints. This elaborate neo-classical memorial features an oval base and a rectangular chest adorned with paired engaged columns that have acanthus capitals at the projecting ends. The main side displays a finely crafted military trophy in relief, surrounding an inscription panel that begins with the words, "Here is deposited the noblest work of God / an Honest Man / A Brave Officer," among other text. The opposite side has a plain marble panel framed by drapery. The upswept fluted cover rises to a two-stage base that supports a decorated urn. This tomb is recognized as an exceptional neo-classical memorial. General Smith passed away in 1790 and also has a memorial inside Weston church. It is marked as number 53 on the churchyard plan.