Bennington Battle Monument, Stone obelisk in Bennington, United States
The Bennington Battle Monument reaches a height of 306 feet, making it the highest structure in Vermont, constructed from blue-gray magnesian limestone.
The monument marks the location where American forces stored military supplies that British forces attempted to capture during the Revolutionary War in 1777.
The monument includes artifacts from General Burgoyne's camp and features statues of John Stark and Seth Warner on the surrounding grounds.
Visitors can reach the observation level at 200 feet by elevator, offering views across three states: Vermont, Massachusetts, and New York.
The structure holds the position of second tallest unreinforced masonry building in the United States, containing 417 steps to its observation level.
Location: Bennington
Website: https://historicsites.vermont.gov/bennington-monument
GPS coordinates: 42.88922,-73.21562
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:22
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