World War I memorial returned to Maryhill after being rediscovered in museum storeroom

A long-lost memorial plaque commemorating men from Maryhill who died during the First World War has been reunited with the community.

The plaque records the name of 78 fallen soldiers, many of whom served with the antecedent regiments of the Royal Regiment of Scotland.

It was thought to be long lost, but was recently discovered in the storeroom of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum on Sauchiehall Street in Glasgow after a member of the public was researching an ancestor lost in the war.

The bronze plaque will now go on permanent display at Maryhill Burgh Halls following an unveiling ceremony on April 25, which was attended by members of The Royal Regiment of Scotland’s 6^th Battalion, alongside a bugler from 6 SCOTS Lowland Band and a piper.

The event, which was open to the public, saw both serving military personnel and veterans lay wreaths and honour the memory of the fallen who were local to the area.

Captain William Jason Craig said: “It was a privilege for 6 SCOTS to be present and take part in the re-dedication of this important memorial.

“The men named on the plaque gave their lives in service of their country, and it is only right that their memory continues to be honoured by the communities they came from.”

Chair of the trustees of the Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum Niall Campbell said: “It is an honour to be able to return the Maryhill Plaque and offers the opportunity for families and friends to see the names of those who gave their lives in WWI from the Maryhill community, which includes men from the Highland Light Infantry and many of our former Scottish regiments.”

A spokesperson for Maryhill Burgh Halls Trust said: “These names represent real lives, local families, and a chapter of our history that we must never forget. We are proud to offer them the respect and a place of remembrance they deserve right in the heart of Maryhill.’’