Ulysses S. Grant Memorial in Washington, D.C. by Henry Merwin Shrady

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The Ulysses S. Grant Memorial in Washington, D.C., sculpted by Henry Merwin Shrady, honors the Civil War general and president. It features Grant on horseback atop a tall marble pedestal, flanked by cavalry and artillery groups and four lions. Located near the U.S. Capitol, the memorial is a significant piece of outdoor art and military history. A reflecting pool nearby affects its approachability and visual impact.