National Firefighters Memorial, Bronze memorial near St Paul's Cathedral, London, England
Three bronze figures stand on a stone plinth depicting firefighters in action, with inscribed names of fallen firefighters surrounding the base.
Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother unveiled this memorial in 1991 to honor firefighters who protected London during the World War II Blitz.
The memorial serves as the central location for annual remembrance services held on the Sunday nearest to September 7, marking the Blitz anniversary.
Visitors can access the memorial via the Millennium Bridge from the south bank of the Thames or through the Jubilee Walkway.
The monument contains 1,192 names inscribed in bronze, commemorating firefighters who sacrificed their lives in service throughout the United Kingdom.
Location: City of London
Inception: 1991
Creator: John W. Mills
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
GPS coordinates: 51.51289,-0.09838
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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