[George Gordon Meade Memorial] [Washington DC] [Civil War general] WASHINGTON DC, United States — The Meade Memorial on Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC, is dedicated to Major General George Gordon Meade, a career military officer from Pennsylvania who is best known for defeating General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Photograph by David Coleman. The George Gordon Meade Memorial in Washington DC is a significant monument dedicated to General George Gordon Meade, a prominent figure in American Civil War history. Located in the nation's capital, this memorial honors Meade's leadership in the Union Army and his crucial role in the Battle of Gettysburg, a turning point in the Civil War. The statue was created by sculptor Charles Grafly and unveiled in 1927, reflecting the historical importance and reverence held for General Meade's contributions to the United States. The memorial features an impressive bronze statue of Meade, surrounded by allegorical figures representing loyalty, chivalry, fame, progress, military courage, and energy.
Size: 5860px × 3907px
Location: George Gordon Meade Memorial, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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