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Nelson's Column

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A scenic view of Trafalgar Square in London, featuring Nelson's Column and iconic statues.

Nelson's Column

Nelson's Column is a tall and famous monument in Trafalgar Square in Central London, England. It was built to remember Horatio Nelson, a great officer from the Royal Navy.

The column was built between 1840 and 1843. It is very tall, and on top is a statue of Nelson. Around the base are four big bronze lions. The pedestal of the column has bronze pictures showing moments from Nelson’s adventures.

In 2006, the column was repaired so it stays strong and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. Even though Nelson was not very tall when he lived, the statue of him on the column is much bigger!

Images

Historical photo showing the early construction of the Nelson Column in Trafalgar Square in London during the 1840s.
Statue of Admiral Horatio Nelson atop Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London.
A stone lion sculpture at Saltaire, a historic mill village in England.
A bronze lion statue in Trafalgar Square, with the spire of St Martin-in-the-Fields church in the background.
A detailed sculpture depicting scenes from the historic Battle of Cape St Vincent, located on Nelson's Column.
A detailed sculpture relief commemorating the Battle of the Nile, located on Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square.
A detailed sculpture on Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, showing a scene from a historic naval battle.
A foggy day in London in 1952 showing Nelson's Column, capturing a historical weather event known as the Great Smog.
One of the famous lion statues guarding Nelson's Column in Trafalgar Square, London.

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