Earl Haig Memorial, Bronze memorial in Whitehall, United Kingdom.
The equestrian statue depicts Field Marshal Douglas Haig mounted on a horse, created by sculptor Alfred Frank Hardiman in Westminster, London.
The memorial was commissioned by Parliament in 1928 and took eight years to complete, generating debates about the design and representation of Field Marshal Haig.
The monument stands as a representation of British military leadership during World War I, reflecting the nation's complex relationship with wartime commanders.
Located near governmental buildings in Whitehall, the Grade II* listed memorial provides a central point for Armistice Day commemorations.
The sculpture faced multiple redesigns due to public demands for a more realistic portrayal, including requests to show Haig riding his actual horse, Poperinghe.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1936
Creator: Alfred Frank Hardiman
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 51.50428,-0.12624
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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