John Paul Jones Memorial
John Paul Jones Memorial, Bronze memorial in West Potomac Park, United States.
The John Paul Jones Memorial features a 10-foot bronze statue depicting the naval officer in uniform standing against a marble pylon with decorative elements.
Built in 1912 after Congress allocated 50,000 dollars, the memorial commemorates the first American naval hero who received the Congressional Gold Medal in 1787.
The monument displays inscriptions highlighting naval achievements, including the capture of HMS Serapis during the American Revolution in 1779.
Located at the intersection of 17th Street and Independence Avenue, visitors can access the memorial through crosswalks near the World War II Memorial.
The bronze sculpture incorporates maritime symbols such as eagles, dolphins, and a relief showing Jones raising the American flag on a foreign vessel.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1912
Architects: Charles Henry Niehaus
Creator: Charles Henry Niehaus
Made from material: bronze
Part of: American Revolution Statuary
GPS coordinates: 38.88823,-77.03950
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:06
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