Hartford, Connecticut War Memorials

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch

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15 Trinity St, Hartford, CT 06106, USA

About This Memorial

The Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch in Hartford, designed by architect George Keller, was dedicated on September 17, 1886, to honor the 4,000 Hartford citizens who served in the Civil War and the 400 who died for the Union. This Gothic monument, made of brownstone from Portland, Connecticut, features a terra cotta frieze depicting Civil War scenes and statues representing various residents who fought, including a student, farmer, freed slave, and craftsmen. The arch also includes bronze replicas of original terra cotta angels and a plaque honoring 128 African American residents who served. The memorial stands as a tribute to local sacrifices during the Civil War.

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Reviews

7/23/2024

"Nice little area with cool arch on a bridge. This is right down the street from the state capital, so it's worth a walk over to check out. The details on the arch are pretty cool to look at. The area is surrounded by nice walking trails and lots of open space."