Sir John Grey Statue

Grey was instrumental in providing clean water to Dublin, the protect was completed after his death. The Vartry Reservoir introduced fresh water to the city people. Grey had many strings to his bow, such as a physician, surgeon, newspaper proprietor, journalist and politician.

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Sir John Grey (1815-1875): An Irish physician, surgeon, newspaper proprietor, journalist, and politician. He was a member of the Home Rule League and is known for his contributions to the development of Dublin, including the introduction of a clean water supply.

There is a statue of Sir John Grey (1815-1875) located on O’Connell Street Lower in Dublin, Ireland. It was erected in 1879 to commemorate his efforts in bringing a clean water supply to the city. The statue is a detailed and well-carved stone monument featuring a sculpted figure of Sir John Grey.