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Casimir Pulaski


Monument on the grounds of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia, PA

Sculpture by Sidney Waugh erected in 1947.   Located on the walkway behind the Museum.   It bears the inscription: "1748-1779. Native of Poland. General of the Continental Army. Despairing of liberty in his native land he volunteered his services to the American Patriots. Gave his life at the siege of Savannah."

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