Trafalgar Square Flashcards
1
Q
Wy was Trafalgar square-built
A
First attempt at a grand, historic monument to celebrate military victory and national pride
In dedication to Nelson and the statue was built in 1859
2
Q
What is the name of the station and why
A
The area to the south of the square, on the lower level, was previously known as Charring Cross. The station was named this to remember it
3
Q
Why was Nothumbuland Avenue called what it is
A
1874, it was created as a road to the riverside. Named after the large, Jacobean house that used to stand on the corner of the square
4
Q
Why was the Grand Gateway built
A
To celebrate it as a National Landmark
5
Q
What happened to Charles I
A
Statue of him on a horse was moved to preserve it after it featured on whit is now Trafalgar Square
