The Second World War had a profound global impact throughout its long six years. Today, more than seventy years after the horrific war, the impact is still acutely felt in London. From the recovery of the many buildings bombed during the Blitz, and to the war memorials to help us remember the valiant that helped the Allies win the war, there are constant reminders everywhere. There are numerous different memorials and statues commemorating the war, but some of the most interesting ones are; RAF Bomber Command Memorial, Battle of Britain memorial, and London Troops Memorial. These statues commemorate society through art and architecture. One of the most controversial memorials is the RAF Bomber Command memorial in Green Park. It commemorates
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The Battle claimed the lives of half of the crew during the 112 day air battle. Because of Germany’s failings in the Battle, the Blitz occurred in attempt to disable the economy, which resulted in over 40,000 civilian deaths and left towns levelled. The Battle of Britain Memorial in on the Victoria Embankment on the River Thames is a commemoration of the British military that took part in the Battle of Britain. The memorial is made of bronze and granite and was unveiled in September 18, 2005 which was the 65th anniversary of the battle. The statute is made up of panels, and the total width is 82 feet. The structure was originally intended for a smoke outlet for the underground trains when they were still powered by steam engines. This connection with the underground demonstrates the relationship with past and present. A walkway was cut diagonally in the middle of the structure to allow visitors greater access interact with it. On both sides of the memorial it depicts different scenes, from the air, and also on the ground with civilians. Through this, connects the military with the civilians’ roles. On the outside of the memorial on bronze plaques, it lists the 2,936 airmen and ground crews from the Allied side that took part in the
The Battle claimed the lives of half of the crew during the 112 day air battle. Because of Germany’s failings in the Battle, the Blitz occurred in attempt to disable the economy, which resulted in over 40,000 civilian deaths and left towns levelled. The Battle of Britain Memorial in on the Victoria Embankment on the River Thames is a commemoration of the British military that took part in the Battle of Britain. The memorial is made of bronze and granite and was unveiled in September 18, 2005 which was the 65th anniversary of the battle. The statute is made up of panels, and the total width is 82 feet. The structure was originally intended for a smoke outlet for the underground trains when they were still powered by steam engines. This connection with the underground demonstrates the relationship with past and present. A walkway was cut diagonally in the middle of the structure to allow visitors greater access interact with it. On both sides of the memorial it depicts different scenes, from the air, and also on the ground with civilians. Through this, connects the military with the civilians’ roles. On the outside of the memorial on bronze plaques, it lists the 2,936 airmen and ground crews from the Allied side that took part in the