Soldiers and Sailors Monument

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:memorial
gptkbp:accessibility open to the public
gptkbp:architect gptkb:Alexander_Ralston
gptkbp:architectural_style neoclassical
gptkbp:art_style features sculptures by various artists
gptkbp:artwork considered a piece of public art
gptkbp:associated_with Memorial Day events
gptkbp:base 100 feet square
gptkbp:community source of pride for residents
gptkbp:community_engagement encourages community involvement
gptkbp:community_events hosts local events
gptkbp:community_role serves as a gathering place
gptkbp:completed 1901
gptkbp:conservation_efforts ongoing preservation efforts
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:19th_century
gptkb:W._H._Mc_Culloch
honor veterans
gptkbp:contains gptkb:memorial
gptkbp:cultural_events site for public gatherings
gptkbp:cultural_heritage gptkb:memorial
part of American heritage
gptkbp:cultural_impact influences local culture
gptkbp:cultural_significance important civic symbol
represents civic pride
gptkbp:dedicated_to gptkb:military_officer
Union soldiers and sailors
gptkbp:depicted_in many parts of downtown Indianapolis
gptkbp:designed_by Beaux-Arts style
architectural firm of Mc Guire & Shook
gptkbp:educational_programs offers educational tours
gptkbp:elevation approximately 300 feet above sea level
gptkbp:events memorial services
hosts various ceremonies
gptkbp:features gptkb:statue
columns
reliefs
gptkbp:height 284 feet
taller than most buildings in the area
gptkbp:historical_event site of memorial services
gptkbp:historical_significance commemorates the Civil War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Soldiers and Sailors Monument
gptkbp:includes bronze reliefs
gptkbp:inscription Honor the brave
To the memory of the soldiers and sailors of the Civil War
gptkbp:is_a public monument
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Civil War veterans
gptkbp:is_part_of Indianapolis cultural heritage
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:National_Park
gptkbp:is_symbolic_of patriotism
represents freedom and sacrifice
gptkbp:landmark gptkb:garden
gptkb:military_unit
38 feet
fountains
plazas
designated as a historic landmark
gptkbp:lighting illuminated at night
gptkbp:located_in gptkb:Indianapolis
Monument Circle, Indianapolis
gptkbp:location gptkb:Indianapolis,_Indiana
gptkbp:maintenance maintained by the city
gptkbp:managed_by gptkb:Indianapolis_Department_of_Public_Works
gptkbp:material Indiana limestone
gptkbp:opening_ceremony May 15, 1901
gptkbp:parks gptkb:Monument_Circle
gptkb:Monument_Circle_Park
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Indianapolis_War_Memorials
gptkbp:photography popular spot for photography
gptkbp:released May 15, 1901
gptkbp:renovated gptkb:2002
multiple renovations over the years
gptkbp:represents American military history
gptkbp:served_in gathering place for events
gptkbp:significance gptkb:memorial
gptkbp:style gptkb:Beaux-Arts
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Monument_Circle
surrounded by historic buildings
Monument Circle area
gptkbp:symbolizes sacrifice of soldiers
sacrifice of military personnel
gptkbp:tour included in historical tours of the city
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular tourist destination
popular in Indianapolis
gptkbp:visitors attracts thousands annually
gptkbp:year_created May 15, 1902
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Indianapolis
gptkb:The_Boston_Common
gptkb:The_Indiana_War_Memorials
gptkb:City_of_Indianapolis
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4