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Richard I statue hit during WWII
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Richard I statue hit during WWII
A bad omen for England ! The sword of King Richard I, on his statue at Westminster, is damaged in the course of a German air raid on London Date: December 1940
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Bombing Course Damaged Omen Parliament Raid Raids Westminster December
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December 1940: A Dark Day for England's Historical Icon - During the intense German air raids on London in World War II, the historic statue of King Richard I at Westminster took a heavy blow. The sword of the legendary monarch, known as "Richard the Lionheart," was damaged in the course of the bombing. The statue, located near the Houses of Parliament, stood as a symbol of England's rich history and strength. The sight of the damaged sword was a grim reminder of the devastating impact of the war on the city and its people. The statue, which dates back to the 19th century, was originally erected to commemorate the 700th anniversary of Richard I's death. The damage sustained during the raid was a bitter reminder that even the most enduring symbols of a nation's past were not immune to the ravages of war. The image of the damaged sword on the King Richard I statue at Westminster serves as a poignant reminder of the dark days of World War II and the resilience of the British people in the face of adversity.
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