Statue of the Earl Mountbatten

The statue of the Earl Mountbatten is a bronze work depicting the Admiral in full military uniform holding binoculars, standing approximately 2.7 meters tall. The monument sits on Mountbatten Green behind the Foreign Office in central Westminster.

Queen Elizabeth II unveiled this memorial on November 2, 1983, honoring Mountbatten's service as the last Viceroy of India and Supreme Allied Commander. His career spanned major military roles during the defining conflicts of the 20th century.

The monument displays inscriptions recording Mountbatten's ranks and accomplishments, showing how British society honored its military leaders through sculpture. This approach to commemorating public figures was common in Britain during the modern era.

The monument has been behind security fencing since 2001, limiting close-up access, though it remains clearly visible from Horse Guards Road and nearby public paths. You can view it well from the surrounding streets without obstruction.

Sculptor Franta Belsky concealed a jar inside the statue's left leg containing coins, press clippings, and records of the commission. This time capsule remains hidden within the bronze work, documenting the moment of its creation.

Location: City of Westminster

Inception: 1983

Creator: Franta Belsky

Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 51.50360,-0.12862

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:50