Iraq and Afghanistan Memorial, War memorial in Victoria Embankment Gardens, Westminster, United Kingdom.
The memorial features two Portland stone monoliths weighing 33 tonnes each, connected by a bronze medallion displaying military and civilian service.
Queen Elizabeth II unveiled this memorial on March 9, 2017, commemorating British citizens who participated in conflicts from 1990 to 2015.
The stone surfaces bear inscriptions of Iraq and Afghanistan on one side, with duty and service on the opposite faces of the memorial.
The memorial stands at 5.5 meters tall and remains accessible to visitors throughout the year in the Victoria Embankment Gardens.
The bronze reliefs depict both military personnel and civilian workers, making it the first memorial to give equal recognition to both groups.
Location: City of Westminster
Location: London
Inception: 2017
Creator: Paul Day
Height: 5.5 m
Made from material: bronze, Portland limestone
GPS coordinates: 51.50340,-0.12422
Latest update: May 15, 2025 01:15
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