Chapel Street, Altrincham

At the beginning of the 20th century, Chapel Street in Altrincham, so called because of the Wesleyan Chapel on the corner of the road, was a road mainly occupied by labourers and lodging house keepers, many of Irish descent. It gained public recognition after the First World War for the extraordinary sacrifice of the residents: from just 60 houses, 161 men volunteered for active service. 29 men were killed. The street was honoured on 5th April, 1919 when the Earl of Stamford unveiled a memorial to the men in front of a vast crowd. King George V sent a telegram of support which was read out at the unveiling. Chapel Street became known as 'The Bravest Little Street in England'.

Further information can be found on the Local Studies catalogue