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Statue of Achilles
Statue of Achilles located on the East side of the park near the corner by Hyde Park Corner.
Sculpted in 1822 by Richard Westmacott.

Inscription Reads:
To Arthur, Duke of Wellington,
and his brave companions in arms
this statue of Achilles
cast from cannons won at the victories
of Salmanaca, Vittoria, Toulouse and Waterloo
is inscribed by their countrymen

Placed on this spot
on the XVIII day of June MDCXXII
by command of
His Majesty George III.


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