Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch
Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch, Civil War memorial arch at Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, United States.
The granite triumphal arch stands 80 feet tall with bronze sculptures depicting Union Army and Navy forces on its pillars and a quadriga at the top.
Architect John Duncan designed this monument, which began construction in 1889 and received its dedication ceremony on October 21, 1892 with President Grover Cleveland attending.
Three distinguished artists contributed their work to the arch: Frederick MacMonnies created bronze figures, Philip Martiny designed stone spandrels, and Thomas Eakins crafted relief sculptures.
The arch remains open for public viewing throughout the year and regular restoration work maintains its structural integrity and artistic elements for future generations.
Relief depictions of President Abraham Lincoln and General Ulysses S. Grant inside the arch structure demonstrate the leadership during the American Civil War period.
Location: Brooklyn
Inception: 1889
Architects: John H. Duncan
Creator: Frederick William MacMonnies, Philip Martiny
Website: https://nycgovparks.org/parks/grand-army-plaza/monuments/1463
GPS coordinates: 40.67300,-73.96992
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:35
Triumphal arches document significant military and historical events of their time. They stand as monuments to victories and commemoration in cities worldwide. The structures combine architectural elements with historical documentation through reliefs, inscriptions, and sculptures.
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