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Bunker Hill Monument

Boston, Massachusetts • Suffolk County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

The Bunker Hill Monument is a 221-foot granite obelisk located in the Charlestown neighborhood of Boston. It stands on Breed's Hill, commemorating the Battle of Bunker Hill, one of the first major engagements of the American Revolutionary War.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
Structure
Acreage
3.8
Listed Date
10/15/1966
Other Names
Not specified

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military; Communications
Periods of Significance
1825 Ad - 1849 Ad; 1750 Ad - 1799 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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