The Ludlow Monument honors the victims of the Ludlow Massacre that took place in 1914. Located near Ludlow, Colorado, it was erected by the United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) to honor the memory of those who perished, but also provides a place for the community to gather. The combination demonstrates the power of monuments […]
Memorials dedicated to soldiers and veterans that have been killed or are missing in action range from traditional to unique, and can cover an entire complex. Regardless of their size or scope, these memorials are ultimately designed to allow audiences to reflect and remember the sacrifices that were made. The Colorado Freedom Memorial does both […]
Monuments can be spread across vast complexes or even an entire section of a city, but few can match the scale or scope of the monuments and landmarks featured on the Auto Tour of Gettysburg National Military Park. Situated in the center of the city of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania, this self-guided 24-mile tour starts at […]
Numerous monuments have been dedicated to the Mormon Battalion, the only religion-based unit in United States military history. Composed of more than 500 men in the service of the United States, the Mormon Battalion marched across the country to provide vital support during the Mexican-American War and also opened up a southern wagon route to […]
As arguably the most famous monument in the world, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, attracts millions of people every year while also enabling an incalculable impact on the economy and culture of the region. This impact can be seen in everything from the multiple restaurants in the Eiffel Tower itself to the items for […]
For hundreds of years now, visitors from all over the world have come to Blarney Castle & Gardens located near Cork, Ireland, to kiss the Blarney Stone. Legend says that kissing this stone battlement endows the kisser with the gift of the gab. After doing so, they’ll never again be lost for words. That legend […]
The power of monuments is evident whenever visitors can engage with the pieces in a personal way, but just as important is their ability to inspire a city or nation from afar. Sitting atop the Gellért Hill in Budapest, Hungary, the Liberty Statue (Szabadság-szobor) has been able to provide that engagement and inspiration ever since […]