Sabbath Day Fight Monument

Memorial Type:

Monument - Other

Does the monument still exist?

Yes

Installation Date:

1891

Inscription:

'Upon this spot on Sunday December 3rd 1643, after hard fighting for several hours, the Roundhead Garrison of Plymouth made their final rally and routed the Cavalier Army which had surprised the Outworks and well nigh taken the town. For many years it was the custom to celebrate the anniversary of this victory long known as the 'Sabbath day fight' and recorded as the 'Great Deliverance' of the protracted siege successfully sustained by Troops and Townsfolk on behalf of the Parliament against the King under great hardships for more than three years.'

Allegiance:

Parliamentarian

Condition:

Good

Condition Description:

Stonework is in good condition, the gold leaf that highlights the inscription is in need of refreshing