MA, USA
Uncle Sam Memorial Statue
Monument
A statue honoring Samuel Wilson (1766-1854), who was born in what was then Menotomy. Wilson later became the inspiration for "Uncle Sam" during the War of 1812. While not directly Revolutionary, the memorial connects Arlington to the broader arc of American identity.
What Happened Here
Wilson moved to Troy, New York, where his meat-packing business supplied the U.S. Army. Barrels stamped "U.S." were jokingly said to stand for "Uncle Sam."
Visiting Today
Address
Main Street at Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA
Admission
Free
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