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Statue of David Lloyd George
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The statue in 2015
Artist Glynn Williams
Subject David Lloyd George
Location London, United Kingdom
Coordinates 51°30′03″N 0°07′36″W / 51.500783°N 0.126700°W / 51.500783; -0.126700

The Statue of David Lloyd George is a bronze sculpture found outdoors in Parliament Square in London, United Kingdom. It was created by the artist Glynn Williams. This statue honors David Lloyd George, who was a very important leader in Britain. He served as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.

The Statue of a British Leader

This impressive statue stands about 8 feet (2.4 meters) tall. It shows David Lloyd George, a famous person from British history. The statue is made of bronze, which is a strong metal often used for sculptures.

Who Was David Lloyd George?

David Lloyd George was a well-known British politician. He was the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1916 to 1922. This means he was the head of the British government during a very important time for the country.

Where is the Statue Located?

You can find the statue in Parliament Square, which is a famous public space in London. This square is right in front of the Houses of Parliament, where the British government makes laws. It's a place where many statues of important historical figures are located.

How the Statue Was Made

The statue was officially revealed in October 2007. The money to create this sculpture came from a special group called the David Lloyd George Statue Appeal. This group was a charitable trust, which means it was set up to raise money for good causes. Even the Prince of Wales helped support this project!

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