Korean War Memorial, War memorial in Victoria Embankment Gardens, England
Description
The Korean War Memorial in Victoria Embankment Gardens features bronze soldier figures alongside inscriptions carved into Portland limestone and slate. The sculptures and materials create a reflective space within a garden setting.
History
The memorial was unveiled in 2014 to commemorate British military personnel who served during the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. The conflict marked an important period for British forces in the post-World War II era.
Culture
The memorial serves as a gathering place for annual remembrance ceremonies where veterans, families, and officials come together to pay respects to those who fell. These regular observances shape how visitors experience and understand the site today.
Practical
The memorial is located near Westminster Underground station, making it easily accessible by public transport. Information panels explain the conflict and its international military connections for visitors.
Did you know?
Sculptor Philip Jackson designed the bronze figures to capture specific moments of combat, basing them on authentic details from wartime photographs. This careful attention to historical detail makes the figures particularly powerful.
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