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The Cenotaph

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The Cenotaph is a stone war memorial on Whitehall in central London, designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. First built in wood and plaster for the Allied Victory Parade in 1919, the permanent Portland stone version was unveiled in 1920 as Britain's official national memorial to the First World War dead. It serves as the focal point of the annual National Service of Remembrance held on Remembrance Sunday.

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Who designed the Cenotaph in London?

The Cenotaph in Whitehall, London, was designed by the renowned British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens. It was originally constructed from wood and plaster for the Allied Victory Parade in 1919 before being permanently rebuilt in Portland stone.

When was the permanent stone Cenotaph unveiled?

The permanent Portland stone version of the Cenotaph was officially unveiled in 1920. It serves as Britain's official national memorial to the dead of the First World War and subsequent conflicts.

Where is the Cenotaph located?

The monument is prominently located on Whitehall in central London. It stands as the focal point for the annual National Service of Remembrance held every Remembrance Sunday.

Why does the Cenotaph have an empty tomb design?

The word "cenotaph" translates to "empty tomb," and the structure was deliberately designed without any human remains inside to represent the absent dead. Its non-denominational design allowed it to serve as a universal monument for all fallen soldiers of the British Empire.

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