Charlestown Civil War Memorial, War memorial in Charlestown, United States.
The granite monument features three sculptural figures, including Liberty holding laurel wreaths above a sailor and soldier on a substantial pedestal.
Martin Milmore designed this memorial in 1871 to commemorate the men of Charlestown who fought during the American Civil War.
The memorial stands in the Training Field as a representation of sacrifice, incorporating classical design elements common in late 19th-century monuments.
The monument measures 12 feet in height, with a base of 18 by 13 feet, allowing visitors to examine the detailed sculptural work.
The memorial underwent documentation through the Smithsonian Institution's Save Outdoor Sculpture program in 1993, preserving its historical specifications.
Location: Charlestown
GPS coordinates: 42.37443,-71.05998
Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:20
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