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William Wetmore Story An American Artist
William Wetmore Story (February 12, 1819 – October 7, 1895) was an American sculptor, art critic, poet, and editor. [from wikipedia]
Francis Scott Key Statue 1887
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Francis Scott Key Statue 1887, With Lady Liberty Above, Artist: William Wetmore Story (1780-1843), Erected By: James Lick 1887, Golden Gate Park, Opposite the Bandshell, San Francisco, California

A statue of Francis Scott Key was installed in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park, in the U.S. state of California, unveiled July 4, 1888. The memorial was toppled by protesters in June 2020.[from wikipedia]


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