THE ANIMALS IN WAR MEMORIAL

This major new monument, designed by David Backhouse, is a powerful and moving tribute to all the animals that served, suffered and died alongside British and allied forces over the centuries.

The memorial was unveiled by HRH The Princesss Royal on 24th November 2004 at Brook Gate, Park Lane, London.

The memorial has received enthusiastic endorsement from many. It includes four free standing bronzes, two mules, a horse and a dog, and a 70ft long Portland stone wall carved with the many different animals that served.

The Animals in War Memorial, Park Lane, London – north side


The Animals in War Memorial, Park Lane, London – south side.

"I consider this to be an excellent project, long overdue – so many animals suffered and died in the wars and this memorial will be a fitting tribute to them. David Backhouse has an outstanding talent and his design for this memorial will I am sure appeal to young and old generations alike.”
The Duke of Westminster

“I have seen the memorial and am thrilled by the overall concept, and visual, emotional and lasting impact for good which it is likely to have on all who visit it. It could become one of London’s best loved and most visited memorials.”
Philip Malins MBE MC
The International Friendship and Reconciliation Trust

“I only have to think of those paintings in the National Army Museum of the artillery horses to feel that this is a wonderful cause indeed.”
Joanna Trollope