Statue of James Outram, Bronze military memorial in Victoria Embankment Gardens, England
Description
The Statue of James Outram is a bronze work mounted on a granite pedestal, depicting the military officer standing upright in a formal pose. The monument occupies a spot in Victoria Embankment Gardens, a green space adjacent to the Thames with several other commemorative pieces.
History
The monument began with a public initiative in 1861 to create statues honoring the military officer, and was completed by sculptor Matthew Noble in 1871. The original plan to place it in Trafalgar Square faced opposition, leading to its installation at the riverside location instead.
Culture
The statue reflects how Victorians honored military figures through formal monuments placed in public gardens. Its presence among other commemorations shows how the city used such works to acknowledge service and sacrifice.
Practical
The statue is easily accessible in an open garden setting positioned between Hungerford Bridge and the river embankment. Visitors can explore the surroundings at any time, though daylight hours offer the best viewing experience of the details.
Did you know?
The monument received approval while the person it honored was still alive, an unusual circumstance for memorials of that era. This approval during his lifetime reflects how greatly his military accomplishments were valued by his contemporaries.
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