London’s Albert Memorial has been slammed as “highly offensive” and “drawing on racial stereotypes” by Royal Parks. The memorial, which towers over the nearby Royal Albert Hall, has stood in Kensington Gardens since 1872 – but now, custodians have slated the monument for representing “problematic” values. On Royal Parks’ website, the memorial is criticised for “reflecting a Victorian view of the world that differs from mainstream views today”. Its description continues: “Its representation of certain continents draws on racial stereotypes that are now considered offensive.” Royal Parks’ critiq…
