Statue of John Hampden

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Aylesbury HP20 1TA, United Kingdom
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Age category 15+

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Statue of John Hampden is a historic monument commemorating a key figure of the English Civil War. The sculpture, created by Henry Charles Fehr and unveiled in 1912, depicts a member of Parliament who courageously defied King Charles I.

The monument is decorated with inscriptions describing Hampden's life and his famous words: 'Against my King I do not fight, but for my King and the rights of the Kingdom'.

This is the perfect place for history buffs who want to learn the fascinating story of a man who played a key role in shaping English politics and democracy.

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