Memorials & monuments · London
Midland Bank WWI Memorial
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Midland Bank WWI Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Canary Wharf · 0.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Midland Bank WWI Memorial is a public memorial in London, recording local sacrifice and named in the parish register of war and civic monuments. Built or established in 1921, it dates from the modern period. It sits within the Poplar and Limehouse parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Canary Wharf, about 0.0 km away. Postcode area E14.
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Official information
The Midland Bank WWI Memorial is a public art installation located in Canary Wharf. It commemorates the contributions and sacrifices made during World War I, providing visitors with a reflective space to honor history.
Place summary
The Midland Bank WWI Memorial is a modern memorial located in Tower Hamlets, London (postcode E14). Established in 1921, it commemorates those who served in the First World War.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5058, -0.0176
- District
- Tower Hamlets
- Parish
- Tower Hamlets, unparished area
- Postcode
- E14 5HQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Poplar and Limehouse
- Established
- 1921
- Nearest railway station
- Canary Wharf — 0 km
- Official site
- www.canarywharf.com
Sources
- osm: n3491462480 (ODbL)
- commons: London Joint City and Midland Bank war memorial.20210429 175429.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Midland Bank WWI Memorial?
- Midland Bank WWI Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E14 5HQ), in the parish of Tower Hamlets, unparished area.
- What is Midland Bank WWI Memorial?
- Midland Bank WWI Memorial is a memorial in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Midland Bank WWI Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Canary Wharf, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode E14 5HQ.
- When was Midland Bank WWI Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1921.
- Is Midland Bank WWI Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, Midland Bank WWI Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to Midland Bank WWI Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Canary Wharf, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E14 5HQ.