Le Sueur Obelisk
Broad Street, St. Helier, Jersey, JE2 4WE, Channel Islands
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The Le Sueur Obelisk is a prominent landmark located on Broad Street in St. Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands. Erected in 1855, this granite obelisk serves as a memorial to Pierre Le Sueur, who was elected Constable of St. Helier five times and is remembered as a significant reformer. He was instrumental in developing St. Helier's infrastructure, including installing the town's first sewers and improving the water supply following cholera outbreaks in the 1830s.
The monument was originally designed to function as a fountain, with four lion heads incorporated into its base, intended to spout water. However, due to budget constraints at the time, the fountain aspect was not fully realized initially. The obelisk has undergone restoration, including work in 2005 to restore the fountains to working order. It stands as a testament to Jersey's history and is a notable feature in the town centre.
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