John Ericsson monument, Göteborg

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John Ericsson monument, Göteborg, Bronze memorial statue in Göteborg, Sweden

The John Ericsson Monument features a granite pedestal with a seated figure of the engineer, accompanied by three standing figures representing adventure, labor, and vision.

Swedish-born engineer John Ericsson, honored by this monument, developed the screw propeller and designed the USS Monitor, an iron-clad warship during the American Civil War.

The monument represents the strong maritime connection between Sweden and the United States through Ericsson's contributions to naval engineering and technological advancement.

Located near several landmarks in central Göteborg, the monument serves as an educational site about naval architecture and engineering innovations of the 19th century.

The memorial stands 20 feet high with a pink Milford granite base measuring 150 feet in diameter, making it a substantial public monument in Göteborg.

GPS coordinates: 57.70205,11.97213

Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:35

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