Gordon Monument, War memorial in Braine-l'Alleud and Lasne, Belgium.
Description
The Gordon Monument is a war memorial located in Braine-l'Alleud and Lasne, built with a severed column made of Belgian blue stone. The structure features inscriptions, carved reliefs, and the Scots Guards badge integrated into its surface.
History
The monument was commissioned in 1817 by the siblings of Lieutenant Colonel Sir Alexander Gordon, who fell at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. It became an important memorial on the battlefield following his death.
Culture
The monument displays the Scots Guards motto in Latin on its base, showing how military units honored their fallen members. You can see the regiment's badge and emblems directly carved into the blue stone surface.
Practical
The monument sits on the Waterloo battlefield near other memorials and is accessible from regional roads. You can visit at any time since it stands in an open outdoor setting.
Did you know?
Repairs from the nineteenth century are carved directly into the stone surface, showing the dates when restoration work took place. These marks record the monument's maintenance history and offer a rare glimpse into how such memorials were cared for over time.
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