Malta Memorial, World War II memorial near Triton Fountain in Floriana, Malta
The Malta Memorial is a monument in Floriana featuring a 15-meter travertine marble column topped with a gilded bronze eagle. Bronze panels surround the circular base, creating a wall of names that honors those commemorated here.
The memorial was built to honor Commonwealth aircrew who died during World War II operations in the Mediterranean region. Queen Elizabeth II dedicated the structure in 1954, paying tribute to the memory of over 2000 fallen members.
The bronze panels circling the base display names of fallen aircrew members and show the Royal Air Force motto. They serve as a place where visitors can reflect on those who died during Mediterranean operations.
The monument stands near Triton Fountain close to the entrance of Valletta and is easy to reach on foot. You can visit any time since it is an accessible outdoor site, making it suitable for those wanting to spend time in reflection.
The memorial includes the name of Lloyd Allan Trigg, a pilot who received the Victoria Cross posthumously based on enemy accounts of his final mission. This unusual honor makes this particular site distinctive among war memorials.
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