The book is hand-written using calligraphy and records 590 civilian and 510 military (inc Merchant Navy) dead.
In memory of the citizens of SOUTHAMPTON who lost their lives through enemy action 1939-1945. Includes: Mills, George William Frank, Mne RM Commando, died 7 Jun 1944; Parr, Albert John, Lieut RM; Randall, Royston Henry, RM MNBDO1, EX/5248; Salter, Lawson Alexander McGregor, MNE, HMS Glenroy, died 28 Jan 1946; St Ange, William James, Mne, RM Commandos, died 9 Oct 1944; Weaver, Henry Edward, Mne HMS Hood, died 24 May 1941; Zammit, Robert, RM died 31 Dec 1944