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Britannia Monument, Maritime memorial at South Denes, Great Yarmouth, England.

The Britannia Monument rises 144 feet high, featuring a Doric column topped with six figures supporting a statue of Britannia holding a trident.

William Wilkins designed this Grade I listed structure between 1817 and 1819 to commemorate Admiral Nelson's victories during the Napoleonic Wars.

The monument displays inscriptions of Nelson's naval battles, including Trafalgar, Copenhagen, and The Nile, reflecting Britain's maritime achievements.

Located at Monument Road with coordinates 52.5884 latitude and 1.7336 longitude, the structure contains 217 steps leading to its summit.

James Sharman, a sailor from HMS Victory who carried Nelson below decks after his fatal wound, served as the first custodian of this monument.

Location: Great Yarmouth

Architects: William Wilkins

GPS coordinates: 52.58840,1.73360

Latest update: May 12, 2025 15:08

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