Brunswick, Maine War Memorials

Joshua Chamberlain Monument

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217 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011, USA

About This Memorial

The Joshua L. Chamberlain Statue in Brunswick, Maine commemorates the Civil War hero and honors his legacy as a Union officer and later governor of Maine. The bronze and granite statue, erected in 2003, stands at the intersection of Upper Park Street and Bath Road. It features Chamberlain's likeness, paying tribute to his military leadership and post-war contributions. The memorial specifically recognizes Chamberlain's service during the American Civil War, where he gained fame for his defense of Little Round Top at Gettysburg. Its simple yet dignified design focuses attention on Chamberlain's historical significance as both a soldier and statesman.

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Reviews

9/30/2024

"The statue is a great tribute to a remarkable man: college professor, college president, commander of the 20th Maine on Little Round Top at Gettysburg, LT. General in the Union Army who accepted the surrender of the Army of Virginia at Appomattox,.VA,, elected Governor of Maine five times and died of the long term effects of wounds received during the war"