Robert Gould Shaw Memorial c. 1973 - 2008

This black and white photograph by Richard Benson, taken between 1973 and 2008, captures the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial, a monument honoring the 54th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry, a unit of African American soldiers who fought in the American Civil War. The photograph showcases the memorial's intricate carvings, including an eagle and wreaths, and the inscription detailing the regiment's heroic contributions. The image highlights the monument's solemnity, reflecting the sacrifice and valor of the soldiers it commemorates.