Explore the Mormon Battalion and its Monument, a practical guide for designers and planners.
This nonfiction compilation gathers detailed data for sculptors and architects, focused on locating a monument on Capitol Grounds in Salt Lake City and illustrating the battalion’s lasting impact. It blends site plans, landscape context, and historical context to help readers visualize a fitting tribute.
- Site descriptions of the Utah Capitol Grounds and surrounding landmarks.
- Architectural and sculptural guidance tied to the proposed monument’s placement.
- Biographical sketches of battalion captains and key figures with historical context.
- Narratives about the battalion’s achievements and their role in Western history.
Ideal for historians, designers, and anyone shaping memorials that honor frontier heritage and military service.