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Duke of Wellington Statue, Hyde Park Corner CC97_00934
DUKE OF WELLINGTON STATUE, Hyde Park Corner, Westminster, London. A view of the Duke of Wellingtons statue at Hyde Park Corner from the west. The statue was built be Boehm in 1888. Photographed by York and Son, late 19th century. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 4052561
Filename: cc97_00934.jpg
Size: 3776 x 4989 (4.1MB)
Date: 30th September 2010
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Archive
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Source: English Heritage Images
Owner URL: www.englishheritageimages.com
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This photograph, captured by the renowned York and Son in the late 19th century, showcases the Duke of Wellington Statue at Hyde Park Corner in Westminster, London. The statue, a tribute to the renowned military and political leader, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), was designed by Thomas Brock and executed by the skilled hands of Thomas Woolner and Thomas Hindmarsh, under the supervision of the esteemed sculptor, Thomas Boehm. Erected in 1888, the statue stands proudly at the western entrance to Hyde Park, overlooking the busy traffic of Knightsbridge and Piccadilly. The Duke of Wellington, dressed in the uniform of a field marshal of the British Army, is depicted atop his horse, Copenhagen, with one hand resting on the reins and the other holding a sword. The statue's intricate details and lifelike features are a testament to the artisans' mastery of their craft. The Duke of Wellington is best known for his victories against Napoleon Bonaparte in the Peninsular War, which significantly influenced the outcome of the Napoleonic Wars. His military prowess and political acumen earned him a place in British history, and the statue at Hyde Park Corner stands as a symbol of his enduring legacy. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when London's streets were filled with horse-drawn carriages and the Duke of Wellington's statue was a new addition to the city's landscape. The image, with its rich history and intriguing details, is a must-see for anyone interested in British history and culture.
