The John Ericsson Memorial in Washington, DC commemorates the life and achievements of John Ericsson, a Swedish-born engineer-inventor who revolutionized naval warfare during the Civil War with his design of the iron-plated USS Monitor.
Designed by American sculptor James Earle Fraser, the memorial features an allegorical statue grouping on a pedestal, representing key facets of Ericsson's heritage and achievements. The memorial stands on a granite base in the form of a compass, honoring Ericsson's contributions to marine propulsion and naval warfare.
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