Commodore John Barry, Bronze sculpture in Franklin Square, Washington D.C., US.
The statue depicts Commodore John Barry in military uniform with a sheathed sword, accompanied by a figure of Victory on a marble pedestal.
The Continental Navy's first captain, John Barry, received his commission in 1775 and led naval operations during the American Revolutionary War.
The monument, established in 1914, represents Irish-American contributions to early United States naval history through the achievements of Commodore Barry.
The statue stands at the western edge of Franklin Square facing 14th Street, accessible through multiple public transportation options in central Washington.
Admiral George Dewey's observation that Barry's back faced the street led to the repositioning of the statue before its official unveiling.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1914
Creator: John J. Boyle
Part of: American Revolution Statuary
GPS coordinates: 38.90192,-77.03168
Latest update: March 4, 2025 15:30
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