Bernardo de Gálvez

The Bernardo de Gálvez memorial is a bronze equestrian statue on Virginia Avenue in Washington. The sculpture depicts the officer in full military dress mounted on his horse and serves as an important landmark in the city's commemorative landscape.

The memorial honors a Spanish governor who secured territory along the Gulf Coast for Spain during the American Revolution. His capture of key British strongholds weakened British power in North America and supported the emerging American independence.

The monument honors Spain's role as an ally during a pivotal moment in American history. Visitors see how the country remembers those who supported its independence from abroad.

The memorial is located on Virginia Avenue and is easily reached by public transportation. Multiple nearby Metro stations provide convenient access to the site.

Congress granted the Spanish governor honorary U.S. citizenship in 2014 in recognition of his crucial support for American independence. This was a rare honor that acknowledged his role in a decisive moment of history.

GPS coordinates: 38.89569,-77.04857

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:40