George Gordon Meade Memorial

George Gordon Meade, “The Hero of Gettysburg,” is a largely overshadowed general whose adoptive home state of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania erected this monument in 1927 in his honour and memory. There was lots of debate about whomever should sculpt it and where it should go, and ultimately it was Charles Grafly from Philadelphia and placed on the grounds near the Capitol and other Union general, Ulysses S. Grant. This is an allegorical sculpture with Meade surrounded by his values. This was moved and neglected for years, perhaps like General Meade’s legacy, but fittingly, it now sits on Pennsylvania Avenue. I would highly recommend a visit, you never know when the mob will turn on it and tear it down. Cheers.

Nice tribute to a legendary general. Love seeing these monuments and memorials around the nation's capital. This one is well done.

This monument was an amazing site to see while visiting Washington D.C. Recognizing the appreciation Americans hold for their country's history brings smiles to many. This statue, in particular, commemorates the service, courage, and sacrifice General George Gordon Meade and his men made during the American Civil War. His dedicated time to the U.S. Union Army has ensured prosperity for many years to come.

The George Gordon Meade Memorial is a monument honoring George Meade, a career military officer from Pennsylvania who is best known for defeating General Robert E. Lee at the Battle of Gettysburg. The group of statues led by George Gordon Meade was magnificent. They represent qualities a military leader should have: Chivalry, Energy, Fame, Loyalty, Military Courage, and Progress.

Beautiful statue and memorial to General Meade