Illinois Firefighters Memorial - Springfield, Illinois
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Sculpture dedicated to fallen firefighters from Illinois on the grounds of the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield.
Waymark Code: WM8YA0
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 05/30/2010
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The sculpture features firefighters in full gear including masks performing various firefighting activities. The sculpture was dedicated on May 13, 1999 "to the firefighters of Illinois who have given their lives in the line of duty and heroically serve with courage, pride and honor."
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Illinois Firefighters Memorial
Figure Type: Human
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Neil Brodin
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1999
Materials used: Bronze and stone
Location: Illinois State Capitol, West lawn
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