Liverpool Naval Memorial, War memorial and Grade II listed building at Pier Head, Liverpool, England.
The Liverpool Naval Memorial features a cylindrical Portland stone column topped with a glazed lantern resembling a lighthouse on a semicircular platform.
The memorial, unveiled in 1952 by Admiral Cunningham, commemorates 1,400 Merchant Navy personnel who served with the Royal Navy during World War II.
Bronze plaques on curved Portland stone walls display names of naval personnel, creating a permanent record of those who died at sea.
The memorial stands near Albert Dock with free public access, offering visitors a chance to read inscriptions and examine the architectural details.
Two stone globes, one terrestrial and one celestial, anchor the memorial platform, symbolizing the worldwide reach of naval operations.
Location: Liverpool
GPS coordinates: 53.40347,-2.99666
Latest update: March 9, 2025 05:11
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