Israel Putnam Monument, Bronze equestrian monument in Brooklyn, Connecticut
Description
The Israel Putnam Monument is a bronze equestrian statue in Brooklyn, Connecticut, depicting the general mounted on a horse facing east while he looks north. The statue rests on a granite base and marks the burial site of the commander.
History
The memorial was dedicated in 1888 and replaced a deteriorated tomb at the burial site of General Israel Putnam. Putnam was a significant commander who fought in both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution.
Culture
The granite base displays inscriptions from Putnam's original gravestone and features decorative bronze wolf heads that recall his famous encounter with a wild wolf. These details keep alive a memorable moment from his life that remains part of the site's character.
Practical
The monument stands near Canterbury Road in Brooklyn, Connecticut, and is easy to visit. The location provides a quiet spot to view the equestrian statue and the general's final resting place.
Did you know?
Sculptor Karl Gerhardt designed this memorial to serve both as a commemorative artwork and as the final resting place for Putnam's remains. This dual function makes it an unusual combination of art and burial site.
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