Soldiers' Monument, Civil War memorial at Plaza, Santa Fe, US.
The Soldiers' Monument features a square stone plinth with four inscribed panels beneath what was formerly a 33-foot limestone obelisk at Santa Fe Plaza.
Built in 1867, the monument commemorates Union Army soldiers who died in New Mexico Territory during the Civil War and conflicts with Native Americans.
The monument became a central point for discussions about historical representation, leading to modifications of inscriptions and protests regarding Indigenous peoples' portrayal.
The memorial stands in Santa Fe Plaza amid landscaped grounds with pathways, benches, and shade trees, accessible throughout all seasons.
A time capsule containing newspapers, coins, and period artifacts rests within the cornerstone, placed during the dedication ceremony on October 24, 1867.
Location: Santa Fe
GPS coordinates: 35.68743,-105.93852
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:27
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