The Wellington, Southgate - Elland, UK
Posted by: dtrebilc
N 53° 41.111 W 001° 50.232
30U E 576793 N 5949123
This pub sign shows a silhouette of a figure on his horse withone arm stretched holding a sword and wearing a feathered hat.
Waymark Code: WMVA99
Location: Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 03/22/2017
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Although not specifically stated this sign obviously represents the Duke of Wellington.
One of the UK's most successful military men most remembered for the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. He was awarded the title of Duke for his scuccesses.
After his military career Wellington moved into politics and rose to be Prime Minister of the UK.
Name of Artist: Not listed
Date of current sign: Not listed
Date of first pub on site: Not listed
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