CORBY, Father William Memorial at Gettysburg Nat'l Military Park in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania by Samuel Murray

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CORBY, Father William Memorial at Gettysburg Nat'l Military Park in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania by Samuel Murray

The CORBY, Father William Memorial is a bronze sculpture by Samuel Murray located at Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania. It commemorates Father William Corby, a Civil War chaplain known for granting absolution to soldiers before battle. The memorial is situated near other significant monuments such as the Pennsylvania State Monument and the New York State Auxiliary Monument. It highlights the role of religion during the Civil War and contributes to the rich historical landscape of Gettysburg.