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The '''Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument''' is a 284-feet tall [[neoclassical]] [[oolite|oolitic]] [[limestone]] and [[bronze]] [[monument]] in the center of [[Indianapolis, Indiana]] (and [[Marion County, Indiana]]). It was erected to honor [[Hoosier]]s who were veterans of the [[American Revolution]], territorial conflicts that partially led up to the [[War of 1812]], the [[Mexican-American War]], and the [[US Civil War]]. It was designed by [[Germany|German]] architect [[Bruno Schmitz]], and was completed in [[1901]]. In addition to its external commemorative statuary and fountains, the basement of the monument is a museum of [[Indiana]] history during the [[American Civil War]]. |
The '''Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument''' is a 284-feet tall [[neoclassical]] [[oolite|oolitic]] [[limestone]] and [[bronze]] [[monument]] in the center of [[Indianapolis, Indiana]] (and [[Marion County, Indiana]]). It was erected to honor [[Hoosier]]s who were veterans of the [[American Revolution]], territorial conflicts that partially led up to the [[War of 1812]], the [[Mexican-American War]], and the [[US Civil War]]. It was designed by [[Germany|German]] architect [[Bruno Schmitz]], and was completed in [[1901]]. In addition to its external commemorative statuary and fountains, the basement of the monument is a museum of [[Indiana]] history during the [[American Civil War]]. |
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The monument lies within "Monument Circle". The circle did not always host a monument, originally it was designated |
The monument lies within "Monument Circle". The circle did not always host a monument, originally it was designated Governor's square for the Governor's residence which stood in the center of the brick circle. The outside of the circle is today surrounded by small retail shops, including the South Bend Chocolate Factory, studios for several local radio stations, the Hilbert Circle Theatre (home of the [[Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra]]), financial institutions, one of the oldest social clubs of Indianapolis, and an historic [[Episcopal Church in the United States of America|Episcopal]] [[Cathedral]]. The circle is the standard symbol of the city of Indianapolis, and the city's flag is an iconic representation of Monument Circle and the two streets (Meridian and Market) that feed into and out of it. At one time, it was illegal to build any building taller than the monument within Indianapolis city limits, although there are now many skyscrapers exceeding its size. |
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Several public events are scheduled at or near the monument, and it is decorated by the city every [[Christmas]] season, with the monument becoming adorned as a gigantic Christmas tree. This city tradition is known as the Circle of Lights. It also is used as a venue for an annual outdoor art display with an [[Indianapolis 500]] theme. During June it plays host to the Chrysler Councourse Grand Prix, a mainstay of the formula one celebrations in Indianapolis. |
Several public events are scheduled at or near the monument, and it is decorated by the city every [[Christmas]] season, with the monument becoming adorned as a gigantic Christmas tree. This city tradition is known as the Circle of Lights. It also is used as a venue for an annual outdoor art display with an [[Indianapolis 500]] theme. During June it plays host to the Chrysler Councourse Grand Prix, a mainstay of the formula one celebrations in Indianapolis. |
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Revision as of 19:19, 15 December 2006
The Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument is a 284-feet tall neoclassical oolitic limestone and bronze monument in the center of Indianapolis, Indiana (and Marion County, Indiana). It was erected to honor Hoosiers who were veterans of the American Revolution, territorial conflicts that partially led up to the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and the US Civil War. It was designed by German architect Bruno Schmitz, and was completed in 1901. In addition to its external commemorative statuary and fountains, the basement of the monument is a museum of Indiana history during the American Civil War.
The monument lies within "Monument Circle". The circle did not always host a monument, originally it was designated Governor's square for the Governor's residence which stood in the center of the brick circle. The outside of the circle is today surrounded by small retail shops, including the South Bend Chocolate Factory, studios for several local radio stations, the Hilbert Circle Theatre (home of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra), financial institutions, one of the oldest social clubs of Indianapolis, and an historic Episcopal Cathedral. The circle is the standard symbol of the city of Indianapolis, and the city's flag is an iconic representation of Monument Circle and the two streets (Meridian and Market) that feed into and out of it. At one time, it was illegal to build any building taller than the monument within Indianapolis city limits, although there are now many skyscrapers exceeding its size.
Several public events are scheduled at or near the monument, and it is decorated by the city every Christmas season, with the monument becoming adorned as a gigantic Christmas tree. This city tradition is known as the Circle of Lights. It also is used as a venue for an annual outdoor art display with an Indianapolis 500 theme. During June it plays host to the Chrysler Councourse Grand Prix, a mainstay of the formula one celebrations in Indianapolis.
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The poem America, Messiah of Nations was written for the dedication of the monument and was transformed into a march by John Phillip Souza. Both Riley and Souza performed the poem and march at the dedication ceremonies.
Though the fountains are not intended for swimming the city's children rushed into them as part of celebrations for VE day. The anouncement of Victory in Europe brought hundreds to the circle and many dove into the fountains.