monumental statues
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Statue of Liberty
New York
Given to the United States by the people of France in 1886, the Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World is an internationally recognized symbol of freedom and democracy.
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Jan Hus Memorial
Prague, Czech Republic
Completed in 1915 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Jan Hus' martyrdom, this bronze monument has also functioned as a symbol of Czech opposition to foreign rule.
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Marble Statue in Privy Garden
London, United Kingdom
1869
C19. Robert Jackson, dated 1869.
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Luther Monument
1883
Eisleben's Luther Monument, dedicated in 1883 on Luther's 400th birthday, consists of a large statue on a pedestal carved with four Romantic visions of his life.
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Luther Monument
Erfurt, Germany
1889
As in every German town that can boast a connection with Martin Luther, Erfurt has a fine Luther Monument to commemorate the reformer. Dating from 1889, it stands outside the Kaufmannskirche near Anger Square.
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Luther Monument
Wittenberg, Germany
1821
Unveiled in 1821, the Luther Monument in Wittenberg occupies pride of place in the city's Marktplatz.
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Billy Fury Statue
Liverpool, England
2003
Created in 2003 by Liverpool sculptor Tom Murphy, this statue commemorates Billy Fury (1940-83), one of Britain's most successful rock and roll musicians.