MIRANDA, Francisco de on Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania by Lorenzo Gonzalez

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This bronze sculpture by Lorenzo Gonzalez on Philadelphia's Franklin Parkway commemorates Francisco de Miranda, a Venezuelan revolutionary who contributed to the American Revolution, French Revolution, and Latin American independence. The monument features plaques with quotes from Miranda and John Adams, highlighting his political insight and military knowledge. It stands as a tribute to Miranda's role as a soldier of freedom and his connections to the United States. The sculpture is part of Philadelphia's rich collection of historical monuments.