Firemen's Memorial (Boston) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Firemen's Memorial |
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| Artist | John A. Wilson and Louis Maurer |
| Year | 1909 |
| Type | Statue and bas relief |
| Medium | Bronze and granite |
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts, United States |
| 42°17′33″N 71°06′32″W / 42.29241°N 71.10881°W | |
The Firemen’s Memorial is a special statue located in Forest Hills Cemetery in Jamaica Plain, Boston. It was created by John A. Wilson in 1909.
Every year, on the second Sunday in June, a ceremony is held here. The Boston Fire Department's Charitable Association organizes these services. They honor firefighters who have passed away. This helps make sure these heroes have a proper resting place.
About the Memorial Statue
The memorial features a large bronze statue of a fireman. He stands on a tall granite base. The fireman looks like he is thinking deeply. He is dressed in his gear, ready for duty.
Bronze Plaques and Scenes
On each side of the statue's base are bronze plaques. These plaques show scenes from "The Life of a Fireman." This was a famous series of prints by Louis Maurer. They were published in 1854 by Currier and Ives.
The plaques show exciting moments. You can see horse-drawn fire equipment. Firefighters are rushing to do their important work. One plaque on the back shows a fire engine from the 1800s. It looks like it's resting in the firehouse.
Dedication Ceremony
The Firemen's Memorial was officially opened on June 14, 1909. It was a very grand event. This day was set aside in Massachusetts to honor past firefighters.
Part of the ceremony was led by John F. Fitzgerald. He was a former mayor of Boston. He was also the grandfather of John F. Kennedy, who later became president.
Gallery
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A close-up view of the Firemen's Memorial statue.
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The Firemen's Memorial from a distance.
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Firemen's Memorial - Panel 1, showing firefighters in action.
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Firemen's Memorial - Panel 2, with more scenes of firefighting.
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Firemen's Memorial - Panel 3.
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Firemen's Memorial - Panel 4.
