Confederate Memorial Monument – Savannah, GA

The story

Erected in 1875, the Confederate Memorial features a bronze soldier atop a marble column at the park's north end. One of many Confederate monuments in Savannah that have sparked ongoing debate about public memory.

Everything that was here

1875–present · still open
Confederate Memorial MonumentMonument
Erected in 1875, the Confederate Memorial features a bronze soldier atop a marble column at the park's north end. One of many Confederate monuments in Savannah that have sparked ongoing debate about public memory.
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1858–present · still open
Forsyth Park FountainLandmark
The iconic cast-iron fountain was installed in 1858, modeled after fountains in Paris and at the Place de la Concorde. It has become the most photographed landmark in Savannah and the de facto symbol of the city.
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1840–present · still open
Forsyth Park / Confederate MemorialPublic Park
Savannah's most beloved public space — 30 acres of live oaks, walking paths, basketball and tennis courts, a cafe, and seasonal farmers market. Home to the iconic 1858 fountain and the 1875 Confederate Memorial. The…
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1840–1858
Forsyth Park (Established)Public Park
Established in 1840 as a 10-acre park on the southern edge of the city, named for Georgia Governor John Forsyth. Originally a simple green space for the growing city.
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