Westminster Abbey

Westminster Abbey

Officially known as: The Collegiate Church of St. Peter at Westminster

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Westminster Abbey
Artist	Attributed to Andrew Kacherski
Location	Westminster Abbey, London

Overview

The following page contains information of several aspects of Westminster Abbey. Westminster Abbey is the site of many graves of famous king, queens, politicians, and other public figures. Some important and interesting aspects of the church are the grave of the unknown soldier, the memorial to Winston Churchill, and the coronation chair.

Background

The Westminster Abbey opened in 1090 and still remains an active church today. It is always under improvements including an elevator being installed for the opening of 2018 to allow visitors to go and view above. There are many memorials and graves of those with high status over the years including poets, scientists, musicians, kings and queens, prime ministers, and politicians. It is also home to almost every royal wedding.

Memorials

Many famous kings, queens, politicians, writers, scientists and other public figures have been buried or were given memorials in Westminster Abbey. From the middle ages to the present, aristocrats have been buried inside chapels, and monks were buried inside the cloisters. It is considered to be an honor to be buried or given a memorial in Westminster Abbey. The following list is a few of the most famous people who are buried in Westminster Abbey:

The tomb of the Unknown Warrior- The tomb of the unknown warrior is located just inside the door and is the only tomb that is forbidden to walk on. The unknown soldier fought in World War I and unfortunately died while in battle. He was buried in 1920 and his tomb represents all soldiers who were unable to be identified that fought in World War I as well.

Saint Edward- The church was rebuilt by Henry III in honor of the Royal Saint Edward the Confessor. His shrine is located near the high alter.

Charles Darwin- Although Charles Darwin did not know if he believed in God, he was still buried in the church because of his outstanding scientific accomplishments.

Isaac Newton- Isaac Newton was buried in Westminster Abbey also for his scientific accomplishments.

Geoffrey Chaucer- Chaucer was buried in Westminster Abbey because he was employed as master of the King's works and lived in the Abbey. He was the first to be buried in the "Poet's Corner".

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The Coronation Chair

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