Memorial: M2143

Statue on the Royal Geographical Society Building, Exhibition Road, London representing Ernest Shackleton d. 1922

Location

Royal Geographical Society Building, Exhibition Road, London, England

Details

Description: Shackleton shown full-length in polar clothing.
Type: Statue
Position: Niche on exterior
Artists: C. S. Jagger

People

Shackleton, Ernest Henry
Age: 47
Date of Death: 5/1/1922
Cause of Death: Unknown/None
Rank / Occupation: Polar explorer
Organisation:

Extra

Bibliography: Arthur Byron 'London Statues: a guide to London's outdoor statues and sculpture' (London, 1981) p. 192.
Photographer: Royal Museums Greenwich

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Maritime Memorials

Memorial: M2143

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Commemorating seafarers and victims of maritime disasters