General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument

The bronze equestrian statue stands 5.3 meters tall on a granite pedestal, featuring General Sherman mounted on his horse in military attire.

The monument, inaugurated by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903, commemorates Major General William Sherman's leadership during the American Civil War.

Four bronze figures at the pedestal corners represent different branches of the military, while relief panels depict significant events from Sherman's campaigns.

The monument stands at the intersection of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, though current access remains limited due to White House security measures.

Danish sculptor Carl Rohl-Smith died before completing the work, leading his wife Sara to supervise the final stages with assistance from other artists.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Inception: 1896

Creator: Carl Rohl-Smith

Height: 533 cm

Made from material: bronze

Part of: Civil War Monuments in Washington, D.C.

GPS coordinates: 38.89600,-77.03429

Latest update: May 11, 2025 00:17