Dade Monument

The Dade Monument is a sculptural memorial located on the grounds of the United States Military Academy at West Point, positioned near the cemetery entrance. It bears inscriptions honoring Major Francis L. Dade and the soldiers who died under his command.

The memorial was built in 1845 near the Hudson River to honor an officer who died in the Seminole Wars. It was relocated several times over the decades before reaching its current location in 1948.

This memorial represents the complex relationship between United States military expansion and Native American territories during the Second Seminole War period.

The memorial is located on the accessible grounds of the Academy and is best reached by walking through the campus. Visitors should be aware that access to the military installation may require security procedures.

The memorial was moved four separate times throughout its existence, with each relocation making room for new construction on the grounds. These repeated relocations reveal how the Academy reshaped its campus layout over time.

Location: New York

Inception: 1845

GPS coordinates: 41.39730,-73.96710

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20