NOTES: This statue in Caen stone was executed by the Pre-Raphaelite sculptor, Alexander Munro. The carvings of the stonemasonry were the work of the Irish brothers, John and James O'Shea, and their nephew John Whelan.
NOTES: The carvings of the stonemasonry were the work of the Irish brothers, John and James O'Shea, and their nephew John Whelan. The statue in Caen stone was executed by the Pre-Raphaelite sculptor, John Tupper.
NOTES: This statue in Caen stone was executed by the Pre-Raphaelite sculptor, John Tupper. The carvings of the stonemasonry were the work of the Irish brothers, John and James O'Shea, and their nephew John Whelan.
NOTES: Work on these headquarters began in 1938. The carcass of the main building was completed in 1942, when it was lent to the Admiralty during World War II for occupation by the WRNS (Women's Royal Naval Service). Work recommenced in 1946 and the building was completed in 1950.
NOTES: This letter on House of Commons stationery is from Professor John Percy, metallurgist, who in 1865 was superintendent of ventilation for the Houses of Parliament.