Winfield Scott Hancock, Sculpture by Cyrus E. Dallin
The Winfield Scott Hancock statue is a bronze equestrian sculpture located on East Cemetery Hill in Gettysburg, depicting the general in his military uniform while mounted on a horse. The monument, created by Frank Edwin Elwell and dedicated in 1896, captures fine details such as the horse's bridle, the stitching on his boots, and one bare hand paired with a gloved one.
Hancock was born in Pennsylvania in 1824 and graduated from West Point at age 20. During the Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863, he took command of the Second Corps and played a decisive role in defending Cemetery Hill, particularly during his steadfast presence on July 3 when Pickett's Charge was repelled.
The monument is located on East Cemetery Hill near the Baltimore Pike and the Evergreen Cemetery gate, about 75 yards from the gate. The site sits within Gettysburg National Military Park and is accessible year-round, making it an easy stop for visitors exploring the battlefield.
The statue depicts Hancock with one bare hand and one gloved hand, a detail preserved from an eyewitness account of a soldier who observed him during the battle. This subtle feature was intentionally incorporated by artist Frank Edwin Elwell into the bronze sculpture.
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