WWI Memorial by Frank Vittor

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In 2011, The City of Pittsburgh took inventory of the war monuments and memorials within the city. They came up with over 120. If you’re interested, you can download a PDF file listing them. We have a few on our map and may slowly add more of the monuments that include interesting sculptures.

This monument for World War I (or at the time it was sculpted still just the World War), marks the entrance for the Blvd of the Allies at Grant St. They were created by Frank Vittor, who was responsible for over 30 public fountains as well as numerous sculptures all around the Pittsburgh Area.

Both columns are topped with beautiful eagles, their wings spread high. On the base of both columns (facing Grant Street) is the image of Lady Liberty on a shield, an eternal flame, multiple flags, Oak leaves, and wings. The inscription carved into the one side reads:

To Commemorate the deeds of valor and sacrifice of those who contributed to the successful termination of the world war and to the abiding hope of an enduring peace this boulevard is dedicated