Tadeusz Kościuszko monument, Monument and cenotaph in Montigny-sur-Loing, France.
Description
The Tadeusz Kościuszko monument is a chapel and burial memorial featuring a vaulted underground crypt beneath an earthen mound. A medallion sculpted by Leplat adorns the exterior of the structure.
History
François Zeltner initiated construction of this monument in 1834 to honor a Polish military leader who fought for independence in Poland and America. The project emerged during a period when such international memorials gained importance in France.
Culture
The monument honors a Polish military leader whose legacy is woven into this corner of the French countryside. Visitors recognize his importance through the deliberate placement and thoughtful design of the site.
Practical
The monument sits along Route de Fontainebleau and welcomes visitors throughout the year. Clear signage helps you locate it, and information panels on site explain the memorial's background and significance.
Did you know?
The structure merges chapel and burial memorial in a rare architectural solution from the 19th century. This hybrid form shows how different functions were combined into one commemorative space.
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