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Captain F.J. Walker

Frederic John Walker
Plymouth 1896 - Seaforth, Lancashire 1944
British Royal Navy officer noted for his exploits during the Second World War. Walker was the most successful anti-submarine warfare commander during the Battle of the Atlantic
(Wikipedia)

Tom Murphy
1998

Description

Statue of Capt. Walker with a binocular in his hand.

Inscription(s)

Captain F.J. WALKER CB DSO*** Royal Navy
1896-1944

In memory of Captain F.J. WALKER CB DSO*** Royal Navy, the men of his 36th
Escort and 2nd Support Groups and all those who fought in the Battle of the
Atlantic 1939-45

Sculptor

Tom Murphy (Whiston, Lancashire, 1949), British sculptor from Liverpool (Website – Wikipedia).

Sources & Information

Wikipedia, List of public art in Liverpool.

Locatie (N 53°24'13" - W 2°59'48") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: gbnw049; Photograph: 18 June 2023
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