GAR Monument in Covington, Civil War memorial in Covington, United States.
The GAR Monument in Covington is a white concrete structure shaped like a sarcophagus that commemorates Union veterans. The structure sits on a pedestal originally planned for a different type of memorial.
The monument was built in 1929 by O. P. Sine, a member of Garfield Post No. 2 of the Grand Army of the Republic. It received National Register of Historic Places status in 1997.
The monument sits in Linden Grove Cemetery and shows how Union supporters openly expressed their views in a state where Confederate sympathies were widespread. Its presence reveals the different political beliefs that coexisted in Kentucky during the Civil War.
The monument is located in Linden Grove Cemetery and is freely accessible to visitors. It serves as a quiet spot for those interested in Civil War history or exploring the grounds.
This is Kentucky's only Civil War monument shaped like a sarcophagus. The unusual design makes it a distinctive and recognizable feature in the cemetery.
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