Union Station: Centurion statues in Washington, D.C. by Louis Saint-Gaudens, Daniel H Burnham

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The Centurion statues at Washington, D.C.'s Union Station were created by Louis Saint-Gaudens and Daniel H. Burnham. They depict Roman army officers known as centurions, who commanded units of soldiers after reforms in 107 BC. Located near Massachusetts Avenue and 1st Street NE, these sculptures blend historical military themes with early 20th-century art and architecture. They contribute to the cultural and historical ambiance of Union Station.