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- The Animals in War Memorial is located at Brook Gate, Park Lane, on the edge of London’s Hyde Park and was designed by leading English sculptor, David Backhouse.
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The Animals In War Memorial. A major monument designed for London. This monument is a powerful and moving tribute to all the animals that served, suffered and died alongside the British, Commonwealth and Allied forces in the wars and conflicts of the 20th century.
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The Monument - The Animals In War Memorial. Constructed in Portland stone and cast bronze, 58ft (17.68m) wide and 55ft (16.76m) deep, the memorial has a strong visual impact, both from distant and close views.
The Animals in War Memorial is a war memorial, in Hyde Park, London, commemorating the countless animals that have served and died under British military command throughout history. It was designed by English sculptor David Backhouse and unveiled in November 2004 by Anne, Princess Royal .
Elephants, camels, oxen, bullocks, cats, canaries, even glow worms — all these creatures, great and small, contributed their strength, their energy and their lives in times of war and conflict to the British, Commonwealth and Allied forces during the 20th century.
May 29, 2018 · Discover Animals in War Memorial in London, England: A unique tribute to the millions of animals who served and died for the British military.
The Animals in War Memorial is located at Brook Gate, Park Lane, on the edge of London’s Hyde Park and was designed by leading English sculptor, David Backhouse.
Nov 24, 2004 · From the pigeon to the elephant they all played a vital role in every region of the world in the cause of human freedom. Their contribution must never be forgotten. This monument was unveiled on the 24th November 2004 by HRH the Princess Royal KG KT, Patron – The Animals in War Memorial Fund.