The Aviator, Bronze statue at University of Virginia, US
The bronze figure stands at Clemons Library with outstretched arms holding wings, measuring 12 feet in height and 8.5 feet in width.
Gutzon Borglum created this memorial in 1918 to honor James Rogers McConnell, a University of Virginia student who died in World War I.
The statue represents early American aviation achievements and stands as a testament to the University of Virginia's connection to military service.
Visitors can find The Aviator statue at the geographical coordinates 38.036369 latitude and -78.505799 longitude on the University of Virginia campus.
The male figure carries a blade in its sheath, which differs from traditional war memorials that typically feature obelisks or patriotic symbols.
Location: Charlottesville
Inception: 1918
Creator: Gutzon Borglum
Made from material: bronze
Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Rogers_McConnell
GPS coordinates: 38.03637,-78.50580
Latest update: March 13, 2025 21:37
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