Bucky O'Neill Monument

The Bucky O'Neill Monument is a bronze equestrian statue standing before the steps of Yavapai County Courthouse in Prescott's main plaza. The figure depicts a mounted rider in full cavalry dress, positioned prominently at the plaza's center where the courthouse building frames the backdrop.

The monument was created by sculptor Solon Borglum in 1907 to commemorate Captain William O'Neill and other Arizona volunteers who served in Theodore Roosevelt's cavalry regiment. It honors those who died during the Spanish-American War in 1898.

The monument represents the military service and dedication of Arizona volunteers who joined Theodore Roosevelt's cavalry regiment during the 1898 conflict.

The monument sits at the center of Courthouse Plaza, easily accessible on foot from downtown Prescott. The plaza is open to the public with clear sightlines from multiple directions, making it convenient to view from any angle.

The inscription includes recognition of Frank Brito, a Yaqui Native from Company H and I, whose name appears nowhere else on the main monument. This detail preserves the story of a Native American who participated but is often overlooked in the standard historical account.

Location: Prescott

Inception: 1907

Creator: Solon Borglum

GPS coordinates: 34.54140,-112.46900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:05