Spirit of the American Doughboy
1931 / E. M. Viquesney / Gallipolis
Life-sized statue of American WWI soldier in full-field uniform with grenade in proper right hand and rifle in proper left hand. Inscribed, "Dedicated to the memory of the valiant sons of Gallia County who served in the World War 1917 - 1918. Erected by American Legion Auxiliary to Lafayette Post No. 27 May 30, 1931. 'Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.' St. John 15:13"
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Location: Gallipolis City Park, 1st Ave, facing river
Title
Spirit of the American Doughboy
Description
Life-sized statue of American WWI soldier in full-field uniform with grenade in proper right hand and rifle in proper left hand. Inscribed, "Dedicated to the memory of the valiant sons of Gallia County who served in the World War 1917 - 1918. Erected by American Legion Auxiliary to Lafayette Post No. 27 May 30, 1931. 'Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.' St. John 15:13"
More information can be found at the Doughboy Searcher entry.
More information can be found at the Doughboy Searcher entry.
Creator
Date
1931
Location City
Location County
Location Site
Location Street
1st Ave, facing river
Creation Date
1931
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