The East Window of the South Chapel - St Patrick
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This window shows episodes from the life of St Patrick.
What date is this window?
It appears in the manufacturer's Order Book for 10 March 1882 and also in the Completed Glass index for 1882.
Who made this window?
It was made by John Hardman & Co who described it as "8 groups Life of St. P." for "St Albans".
Who gave this window?
We know from the surviving records of John Hardman & Co. that the window was ordered by, and invoiced to, Thomas Middlemore. We know that he was a major donor to the church in other ways and it is likely that he gave the window. However, as he was a member of the Building Committee we cannot be entirely sure that he was acting on his own account.
Click or tap on any of the panels in the picture for more information about the scene from the life of St Patrick that it represents.