Memorials & monuments · London
Animals in War
In or near Tyburn.
Animals in War is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Marble Arch · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Animals in War is a public memorial or monument in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 2004. Coordinates: 51.5110°, -0.1575°.
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Official information
The Animals in War Memorial is a significant monument located in London, dedicated to honoring the animals that served alongside British and Allied forces during the 20th century's wars and conflicts. Unveiled in November 2004, it serves as a poignant tribute to their sacrifices.
From the Wikipedia article
The Animals in War Memorial is a war memorial, in Hyde Park, London, commemorating the countless animals that have served and died under British military command throughout history. It was designed by English sculptor David Backhouse and unveiled in November 2004 by Anne, Princess Royal.
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Background
History
The memorial was inspired by Jilly Cooper's 1983 book Animals in War, and was made possible by a specially created fund of £1.4 million from public donations of which Cooper was a co-trustee. The memorial consists of a 55 ft by 58 ft (16.8 m by 17.7 m) curved Portland stone wall: the symbolic arena of war, emblazoned with images of various struggling animals, along with two heavily laden bronze mules progressing up the stairs of the monument, and a bronze horse and bronze dog beyond it looking into the distance. Located on Park Lane, at the junction with Upper Brook Street, on the eastern edge of the park, The Animals in War Memorial was officially opened on 24 November 2004 by Anne,…
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- Coordinates
- 51.5110, -0.1575
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- W1K 7AJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Established
- 2004
- Nearest railway station
- Marble Arch — 0.3 km
- Official site
- www.animalsinwar.org.uk
Sources
- osm: w1482687218 (ODbL)
- wikipedia: Animals in War Memorial (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: "Animals in War" memorial, north side - geograph.org.uk - 898954.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Animals in War?
- Animals in War is in London, United Kingdom (postcode W1K 7AJ), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is Animals in War?
- Animals in War is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Animals in War?
- The nearest railway station is Marble Arch, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode W1K 7AJ.
- When was Animals in War built?
- Built or established in 2004.
- Is Animals in War free to visit?
- Yes, Animals in War is free to enter.
- How do I get to Animals in War?
- The nearest railway station is Marble Arch, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode W1K 7AJ.