HARTRANFT, John Frederic statue at the Pennsylvania State House in Harrisburg Pennsylvania by F Wellington Ruckstuhl

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This bronze statue by F. Wellington Ruckstuhl honors John Frederic Hartranft, a Civil War general and Pennsylvania governor, located at the Pennsylvania State House in Harrisburg. Hartranft is recognized for his military valor, leadership during the Civil War, and contributions to Pennsylvania's state government and National Guard. The statue was installed in 1995 by the Camp Curtin Historical Society and stands near the Capitol Park's southeast quadrant. It is part of the broader collection of historic sculptures at the state capitol grounds.