John J. Pershing General of the Armies

John J. Pershing General of the Armies is a bronze sculpture located in Pershing Park along Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. The statue portrays the general standing with field glasses mounted on a Dakota mahogany granite pedestal, surrounded by walls displaying military maps and descriptive text.

The memorial park was authorized by Congress in 1956 and took 25 years to complete, opening in 1981 with the statue added in 1983. The extended timeline reflects the nation's gradual recognition of Pershing's military accomplishments.

The memorial displays inscriptions and wall panels that honor the role of American forces in the First World War. These elements allow visitors to understand the military contributions from that era.

The memorial sits at the intersection of 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, near the White House, and is accessible every day. The location is on a main street with easy access and stands near other historical sites in the city.

The sculptor Robert White was the grandson of renowned American architect Stanford White, linking two generations of artistic family in this work. This connection ties the sculptural creation to a broader American artistic heritage.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Location: District of Columbia

Inception: 1983

Creator: Robert White

GPS coordinates: 38.89586,-77.03242

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:01