Aquia Crucifix - Stafford County VA - Christian Crosses on Waymarking.com

A large bronze crucifix stands along Route 1 in Stafford County, VA in commemoration of the first English Catholic settlers in Virginia and one of the first examples of religious freedom in the New World. The Brent colony welcomed all faiths and encouraged the tolerance of all religious beliefs.

The sculpture was designed by Georg J. Lober and erected in 1930 by the Catholic Woman's Club of Richmond.

The cross stands on a triangle of land at the intersection of Rt. 1 and Telegraph Rd. There are two commemorative plaques on the base of the crucifix and a nearby VA historical marker. The location is surrounded by a stone foundation with two entrances. A small garden surrounds the base of the crucifix where people place flowers and candles.

Type of cross: Latin cross Material used: Metal (steel, bronze, aluminium, ...) Characteristics of this cross: Bronze sculpture of the crucifix on a granite base with two bronze plaques. Describe the location: See long description. Year of manufacture: 01/01/1930 Is this cross commemorative ?: Yes

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