Sedgwick Monument, Military monument at West Point, United States.
Sedgwick Monument is a bronze sculpture standing on a granite pedestal at Trophy Point, depicting General Sedgwick in military stance. The artwork displays detailed uniform elements and is integrated into the grounds of the Military Academy.
The monument was commissioned by officers and soldiers of the 6th Army Corps following General John Sedgwick's death at the Battle of Spotsylvania Court House in 1864. It honors a commander whose leadership defined the Civil War era.
The monument embodies values central to the Military Academy, and cadets visit it regularly as part of their training. The statue is maintained by the academy community and remains a symbol of military virtue.
The monument is located on academy grounds and can be visited while exploring West Point, ideally combined with other historical sites nearby. The location is accessible on foot and sits along a route connecting several memorials.
The bronze spurs on the statue have become central to a tradition among cadets who turn them before exams. This habit has been passed down through generations of students and persists today.
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