Statue of Charles Rolls, Bronze memorial statue in Agincourt Square, Monmouth, Wales.
Description
The statue of Charles Rolls stands in Agincourt Square, depicting the aviation pioneer in military dress. Constructed from bronze and granite, it rises approximately 2.4 meters above its surroundings.
History
Sculptor William Goscombe John created this memorial in 1911, one year after Charles Rolls died in an aviation accident. Architect Aston Webb designed the granite base, honoring Rolls' significance in both aviation and automotive development.
Culture
The statue honors Charles Rolls' achievements in automotive engineering and aviation, celebrating his role as co-founder of Rolls-Royce and his pioneering flights. It stands as a local tribute to technological innovation during the early industrial age.
Practical
The memorial sits centrally in Agincourt Square and is freely accessible at any time. Information plaques on the granite base offer background details about the history and accomplishments recorded there.
Did you know?
The inscriptions on the base document Rolls' legendary flight across the English Channel, an achievement that made him famous beyond his local origins. This milestone in aviation history remains a key highlight when visiting the memorial.
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