Tribute to an Oyster Tonger, A Chesapeake Waterman statue at Annmarie Gardens in Solomons Maryland by Antonio Mendez

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This bronze statue by Antonio Mendez at Annmarie Gardens in Solomons, Maryland, honors the oyster tongers of the Chesapeake Bay. Commissioned by Francis L. Koenig, it celebrates the pride, character, and hard work of these watermen. The memorial symbolizes their enduring legacy and the challenging conditions they face. It was selected through a national competition and serves as a cultural tribute to this unique maritime community.