Jeannette Monument, Naval monument in Annapolis, Maryland, US
The Jeannette Monument stands as the largest memorial structure within the United States Naval Academy Cemetery, featuring a cross draped with ice formations.
The monument commemorates the 1881 Arctic expedition of USS Jeannette, where twenty crew members perished after their ship was crushed by ice masses.
The memorial represents the dedication of American naval personnel, with inscriptions honoring officers and sailors who gave their lives during Arctic exploration.
Visitors can access the monument through the Naval Academy grounds, following specific entry procedures and security protocols established for cemetery access.
The monument's design by George Partridge Colvocoresses incorporates an antique anchor at the base and displays twenty names, though only eleven remain visible.
GPS coordinates: 38.98690,-76.49030
Latest update: April 3, 2025 03:25
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