Clifton College, South African War Memorial

The Clifton College South African War Memorial is a war memorial built in 1904, designed by sculptor Alfred Drury. It is made of limestone ashlar and features a bronze figure. The memorial is in the Gothic Revival style, with a square plinth that has angle buttresses rising into pinnacles. These are linked by swept labels adorned with crockets and finials, and there are bronze panels on the sides. The top of the plinth is panelled and has a cornice, supporting an armoured figure standing with a sword and shield. This memorial is a notable example of its kind, overlooking the cricket pitch and reflecting the patriotic and chivalric spirit of the 19th century public school movement. Chivalry has been a significant aspect of the school's ethos since John Percival became its first headmaster in 1862.