Royal Artillery Boer War Memorial, War memorial near Admiralty Arch, London, United Kingdom
The Royal Artillery Boer War Memorial is a war memorial near Horse Guards Road in London, featuring a winged bronze figure of Peace holding an olive branch above a horse representing War. The figures stand on a Portland stone base with bronze reliefs carved into its surface.
The memorial was created to honor over 1,000 artillery soldiers who died during the Second Boer War in South Africa between 1899 and 1902. Its dedication in 1910 took place a decade after the conflict ended, marking official recognition of their sacrifice.
The bronze relief scenes depict military moments and carry the Royal Artillery's motto UBIQUE. These carvings reflect traditions that remain important to how people understand British military history.
The memorial sits on the south side of The Mall at the junction with Horse Guards Road, reached by climbing five granite steps from street level. Being in a central location, it is easy to visit while exploring the area, with straightforward access for most visitors.
The 1910 unveiling ceremony used an electric impulse sent from St. Paul's Cathedral to drop the flags covering the memorial at the exact same moment. This technological connection linked two of London's most significant landmarks in a single act of remembrance.
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