American Doughboy (Over the Top to Victory)
From the Buffalo Arts Commission:
Artist: John Paulding
Copyright 1921, Cast 1928, Dedicated 5/18/1929
This statue depicts a WWI soldier running in combat fatigues and gear. His proper right arm is outstretched signaling charge and his proper left arm is at his side holding a rifle. The inscription on the front of the base reads: "American doughboy "Over the Top" to Victory, erected by the Veterans Ass'n. 74th Inf. N.Y.N.G. in honor of the members of the 74th Inf. U.S.A. who served in the World War 1912-1918 and in grateful memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice. Dedicated to [43 names listed in two columns] by the Veterans Assn. 74th Inf. N.Y.N.G."
Bronze Sculpture on Engraved Red Sandstone Base
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