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The Cenotaph is a stone war memorial located on Whitehall in the City of Westminster, London. Designed by British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens, the permanent structure was unveiled in 1920 to commemorate the unarmed British and Commonwealth military casualties of World War I and subsequent conflicts. It serves as the focal point for the National Service of Remembrance, held annually on Remembrance Sunday.
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Who designed the Cenotaph in London?
The Cenotaph was designed by renowned British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. The permanent stone structure was unveiled in 1920 in the City of Westminster.
Where is the Cenotaph located?
The monument is a stone war memorial located on Whitehall in London. It sits prominently in the middle of the road between Whitehall and Downing Street.
What does the Cenotaph commemorate?
It was built to commemorate the unarmed British and Commonwealth military casualties of World War I and subsequent conflicts. It serves as the focal point for the National Service of Remembrance held every Remembrance Sunday.
Why is the Cenotaph called an empty tomb?
The word "cenotaph" translates to "empty tomb" in Greek, as it is a monument built to honor people whose remains are buried elsewhere. Lutyens designed it to represent a empty sarcophagus with a wreath resting on top.
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