World War I Memorial, (sculpture) - Tiverton, RI
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nomadwillie
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he statue is located on triangular plot at Grinnel's Beach off RI 77. The statue is a WWI Doughboy casted in bronze on a granite stand.
Waymark Code: WM16A6P
Location: Rhode Island, United States
Date Posted: 06/12/2022
Views: 2
The statue is a WWI Doughboy casted in bronze on a granite stand. The doughboy is holding a rifle in a combat ready stance. It was erected by the Town of Tiverton in honor of its citizens that served in WWI. Separate mention is made of the 4 nurses that served. The statue is located on triangular plot at Grinnel's Beach. This statue was also featured in the American Guide Series for Rhode Island. There are at least 150+ citizens memorialized on the Honor Roll.
TITLE: (World War I Memorial), (sculpture).
ARTIST(S): J. N. White & Sons, founder.
DATE: None Given
MEDIUM: Statue, Bronze ; Base, Granite
CONTROL NUMBER: IAS RI000101
Direct Link to the Individual Listing in the Smithsonian Art Inventory: [Web Link]
PHYSICAL LOCATION:
Grinnels' Beach off RT 77 (Main Rd), Tiverton, RI 02878
DIFFERENCES NOTED BETWEEN THE INVENTORY LISTING AND YOUR OBSERVATIONS AND RESEARCH:
Statue appears to be in good condition. Surrounding plot of land is well maintained.
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