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Statues & Plaques of Gloucester From Peter Dorsey-Fitz Henry Lane

Joey, This is one of the statues that inspired my series of the last few weeks in Good Morning Gloucester. It was after I noticed this statue of Fitz Henry (Hugh) Lane and the Joan of Arc statue, that I … Continue reading

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Statues & Plaques of Gloucester From Peter Dorsey

Joey, Possibly the largest plaque in the City of Gloucester is found 20 feet high set into the side of a 60′ high by 200′ wide glacial outcropping mass of granite at Stage Fort Park. This park is where the … Continue reading

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Statues and Plaques in Gloucester From Peter Dorsey- The World War II Monument

Hey Joey, Here is a World War II monument that many people might be passing by every day without knowing it. Located at the intersection of Gee Avenue and Washington Street in Riverdale are set of handsome granite steps and … Continue reading

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Statues & Plaques in Gloucester Part III From Peter Dorsey

Dear Joey, I knew that there had to be a Civil War statue in downtown Gloucester, but I had to hunt around a little for it. Sure enough, right next to the City Hall at the corner of Dale Avenue … Continue reading

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Statues & Plaques in Gloucester Part II From Peter Dorsey

Peter Dorsey submits- Joey, Another statue that I found both artistic and interesting is located at the intersection of Prospect and Pleasant Streets. It is made of large granite blocks, and commemorates the War with Spain from 1898 to 1902, … Continue reading

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