The Chattri, Indian War memorial, Brighton, Sussex, 1921, Ref- w926 - - click below to return image width shown at 1500px, archived at 3125px

The Chattri is a war memorial in the English city of Brighton and Hove. It is sited 500 feet above the city on the South Downs above the suburb of Patcham, and is accessible only by bridleway. It stands on the site where 53 Hindu and Sikh, Indian soldiers who fought for the British Empire were cremated during the First World War. The Soldiers had been treated at the Royal Pavilion in Brighton, which was used as a makeshift hospital. The structure has Grade II listed status, reflecting its architectural and historic importance and stands on the South Downs looking down on the city.

 
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