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The Royal Air Force (RAF) Memorial in London is a tribute to the personnel of the Royal Air Force who died in World War I and World War II. Located on the Victoria Embankment, near the River Thames, it is a significant landmark in London.
The memorial was commissioned to honor the airmen of the Royal Air Force who lost their lives during World War I. It was later rededicated to include those who died in World War II. Designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield, a renowned architect, the memorial features a globe on a plinth, with an eagle in bronze perching on top, symbolizing the RAF's reach and dominance in the air. It was unveiled on 16 July 1923 by the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VIII.
The inscriptions on the memorial include the names of RAF personnel who died in the two world wars. It also bears the inscription: "Per Ardua ad Astra," the RAF's motto, which means "Through Adversity to the Stars." After World War II, the memorial was rededicated to honor those who died in the second conflict.
The memorial is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC). It serves as a site for annual remembrance services, including those on Remembrance Sunday and the Battle of Britain Sunday.
The Royal Air Force Memorial stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the RAF personnel, playing a significant role in the collective memory and heritage of the United Kingdom.
The memorial was commissioned to honor the airmen of the Royal Air Force who lost their lives during World War I. It was later rededicated to include those who died in World War II. Designed by Sir Reginald Blomfield, a renowned architect, the memorial features a globe on a plinth, with an eagle in bronze perching on top, symbolizing the RAF's reach and dominance in the air. It was unveiled on 16 July 1923 by the Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VIII.
The inscriptions on the memorial include the names of RAF personnel who died in the two world wars. It also bears the inscription: "Per Ardua ad Astra," the RAF's motto, which means "Through Adversity to the Stars." After World War II, the memorial was rededicated to honor those who died in the second conflict.
The memorial is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC). It serves as a site for annual remembrance services, including those on Remembrance Sunday and the Battle of Britain Sunday.
The Royal Air Force Memorial stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the RAF personnel, playing a significant role in the collective memory and heritage of the United Kingdom.
Striking monument to the RAF
Loved the eagle 🦅, but behind it there's more artwork that deserves attention. The cravings are very affectionate
This is dedicated to the casualties of the Royal Air Force in World War 1.
What I find interesting is the golden Eagle looking at the Millennium Eye.
What I find interesting is the golden Eagle looking at the Millennium Eye.
A beautiful sight to those lost at war in the air while doing their duty for the greater of the country.
The Royal Air Force Memorial is a military memorial on the Victoria Embankment in central London, dedicated to the memory of the casualties of the Royal Air Force in World War I (and, by extension, all subsequent conflicts). Unveiled in 1923, it became a Grade II listed structure in 1958 and was upgraded to Grade II* in 2018.
The Royal Air Force Memorial is a military memorial on the Victoria Embankment in central London, dedicated to the memory of the casualties of the Royal Air Force in World War I (and, by extension, all subsequent conflicts). Unveiled in 1923, it became a Grade II listed structure in 1958 and was upgraded to Grade II* in 2018.
It is a very impressive memorial I enjoyed getting to see it and looking at its design and features.
Es scheint wohl etwas schwierig zu sein, die beiden nahe beieinander liegenden Erinnerungs-/Gedenkstätten auseinander zu halten, dabei ist es ganz einfach:
Hier ist die Säule mit dem goldenen Greifvogel (Adler) darauf angesagt und einige Meter weiter in Richtung Westminster die gewaltigen bronzenen Szenen der Luftschlacht um England.
Es geht zwar an beiden Stellen um nahezu das gleiche Thema - die RAF im 2. Weltkrieg -, doch kann man die Fotos problemlos eindeutig zuordnen.
Hier ist die Säule mit dem goldenen Greifvogel (Adler) darauf angesagt und einige Meter weiter in Richtung Westminster die gewaltigen bronzenen Szenen der Luftschlacht um England.
Es geht zwar an beiden Stellen um nahezu das gleiche Thema - die RAF im 2. Weltkrieg -, doch kann man die Fotos problemlos eindeutig zuordnen.
The Royal Air Force Memorial is a memorial on the Victoria Embankment in dedicated to the memory of the soldiers and airmen of the Royal Air Force. Erected in 1923, it was intended as a memorial to those who died in World War I, but now to all those of the RAF who have died in all subsequent conflicts.
The memorial is an eagle atop a plinth. The eagle is taken from the insignia of the RAF badge and shows the eagle with grasping zodiacal globe in it's claws.
The memorial is an eagle atop a plinth. The eagle is taken from the insignia of the RAF badge and shows the eagle with grasping zodiacal globe in it's claws.