Brigadier General Kosciuszko, Bronze memorial statue in Lafayette Square, Washington, US
Brigadier General Kosciuszko is a bronze statue in Lafayette Square depicting a man in Continental Army uniform holding fortification plans. The figure stands on a granite pedestal decorated with allegorical figures and inscriptions detailing his military service.
The memorial was authorized by Congress in 1910 and erected to honor the Polish military engineer's contributions during the American Revolutionary War. It marks the nation's recognition of foreign military expertise that shaped the independence struggle.
The memorial represents one of four statues in Lafayette Square honoring foreign military leaders who supported American independence. It shows how allies from abroad played a role in the nation's founding struggle.
The statue is accessible year-round and located on a central square that makes it easy to visit. Visitors should take time to read the inscriptions and examine the details on the pedestal while exploring the other memorials nearby.
The sculpture was designed by Antoni Popiel and later served as a model for an identical monument built in Warsaw, connecting both nations through shared art. This link shows how the honoree's legacy was celebrated in both countries.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 38.90002,-77.03538
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43
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