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Protection of the Flag Monument

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Individually listed contributing properties to historic districts on the National Register in PennsylvaniaMilitary monuments and memorials in the United StatesMonuments and memorials on the National Register of Historic Places in PennsylvaniaNRHP infobox with nocatNational Register of Historic Places in Bradford County, PennsylvaniaNeoclassical architecture in PennsylvaniaSculptures of children in Pennsylvania
Protection of the Flag Monument Nov 09
Protection of the Flag Monument Nov 09

The Protection of the Flag Monument (also known as the "Defense of the Flag Monument") is a historic war memorial located in Academy Park at 715 South Main Street in Athens, Bradford County, Pennsylvania. Designed in the Classical Revival style by the architectural firm McKim, Mead & White, with a sculpture by George Thomas Brewster, it was erected between 1900 and 1902, and has a granite pedestal topped by a bronze sculpture group. The sculpture depicts an adult soldier and a young drummer boy attired in Revolutionary War clothing and protecting their flag from falling into enemy hands. A commemorative plaque indicates it was dedicated in memory of the soldiers who fought in defense of the flag.This monument was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. It is located in the Athens Historic District.

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Protection of the Flag Monument Nov 09
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