Unveiling of the Haig Memorial Statue, Whitehall
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Unveiling of the Haig Memorial Statue, Whitehall
The Haig Memorial, an equestrian statue in Whitehall commissioned by Parliament, and sculpted by Alfred Frank Hardiman, aroused considerable public controversy, and was not unveiled until just before Armistice Day in 1937 (this ceremony is pictured here)
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Controversial Equestrian Frank Haig Marshall Pedestal Unveiling Whitehall Douglas
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This historic photograph captures the moment of the unveiling of the controversial Haig Memorial Statue in Whitehall, London, on the eve of Armistice Day in 1937. The equestrian statue, commissioned by Parliament and sculpted by Alfred Frank Hardiman, had been the subject of much public debate and controversy since its announcement in the early 1920s. Sir Douglas Haig, the 1st Earl Haig, a prominent British military leader during World War I, was the subject of the statue. Some critics argued that the memorial glorified war and overlooked the suffering of soldiers and civilians, while others saw it as a fitting tribute to a respected military hero. The statue, which stands proudly on its pedestal in this image, was meticulously crafted by Hardiman, who had previously worked on various war memorials and statues. The unveiling ceremony was attended by dignitaries, military personnel, and members of the public, who gathered to witness the momentous occasion. The statue's unveiling was a significant event in British history, marking the end of a contentious debate and the beginning of a new chapter in the country's commemoration of its military past. This photograph, taken from a vantage point on the edge of the field, offers a unique perspective of the event, with the statue's grandeur and the dignified demeanor of the attendees on full display. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities and controversies surrounding war memorials and the role they play in shaping our collective memory of historical events.
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