The story behind the Queen Victoria Statue at Sydney's QVB

This video explores the life of Queen Victoria and discusses why she was such a commemorated figure in 19th Century Australia despite never visiting the country. It uncovers the story behind the giant statue of Queen Victoria that sits outside the QVB in Sydney and the accompanying statue of her magical dog Islay who has the power of speech.

Created and narrated by Sydney Historian Max Burns-McRuvie as part of a video series exploring the stories, structures and secrets throughout the city of Sydney.
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Видео The story behind the Queen Victoria Statue at Sydney's QVB канала The Historyteller & Journey Walks