Terracotta Warriors: Charioteers and Cavalry -- Troy University, Troy AL
N 31° 48.063 W 085° 57.615
16R E 598423 N 3518853
One of five signs explaining the history and symbolism of the Terracotta warriors on display at Troy University
Waymark Code: WMWH69
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 09/05/2017
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Five kinds Chinese terra-cotta warriors are arranged around the perimeter of Janice Hawkins Park on the campus of Troy University.
Each kind of warrior wears distinct types of shoes, armor, breastplates and hairstyles. The subtle differences between the warriors indicate status, or rank, or function.
To help the viewer, the different kinds of terracotta warriors come with explanatory signage.
This sign in front of the Charioteers and Cavalry reads as follows:
"CHARIOTEERS AND CAVALRY
Within the Emperor’s terra-cotta army, chariots acted as a first line of defense for infantryman placed behind them. In these highly visible positions, armored charioteers were given the task of driving and protecting the Army’s equestrian force. One charioteer stood center chariot with arms outstretched holding the reins to for horses, and he was flanked on both sides by the charioteers you see here today -- standing with clasped hands that once wielded dagger-axes and halberds to help protect their horses."
From the Troy University website: (
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"East meets West in the Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park where people of all ages come together to celebrate, to dance, to sing, to learn, to find inspiration and to experience the world.
Made possible through generous contributions, the park includes an amphitheater, walking trails, lagoon and several prominent art installations. “Violata Pax Dove,” by the artist Fred “Nall” Hollis, is located in the Daniel Foundation of Alabama Plaza and is a symbol of both beauty and sorrow. Throughout the park, 200 replica terracotta warriors by the artist Huo Bao Zhu are displayed in exhibits representing the famous excavations in China.
Inside the International Arts Center, the Fred “Nall” Hollis Museum features Nall’s works from the 1960s to today, and the Huo Bao Zhu Gallery houses a revolving gallery of art and visiting exhibits. The Warriors Unearthed exhibit by artist Frank Marquette interprets the history behind the famous terracotta warriors."