Crimean War Memorial, Gothic memorial column near Westminster Abbey, London, United Kingdom.
The Westminster Scholars War Memorial features a central granite column rising 22.9 meters high with four lions at its base and detailed inscriptions on each side.
The memorial was constructed in 1861 to honor 19 former Westminster School students who died during the Crimean War and Indian Mutiny between 1854 and 1859.
The structure displays statues of notable British monarchs including St Edward the Confessor, Henry III, Elizabeth I, and Queen Victoria in Gothic-style niches.
The memorial stands at The Sanctuary intersection, accessible to visitors with mobility needs through designated pathways near Westminster Abbey's west entrance.
The monument's pinnacle features a detailed carving by J.R. Clayton depicting St George defeating a dragon, crafted from Aberdeen granite and Portland stone.
Location: City of Westminster
Accessibility: Acessível para cadeira de rodas
GPS coordinates: 51.50738,-0.13268
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:48
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