Bronx Victory Memorial — Attraction in New York

Athena Goddess Victory Monument, raised and dedicated, to all our young true heroes who gave their lives in WW1. Basically for the continued freedoms we have today. Many other countries in the world are denied their freedoms. Being persecuted, enslaved and imprisoned, for no reason whatsoever.

My outstanding grandfather fought in both WWI & WWII. So that we may all live and enjoy our freedom. Which was directly threatened, from the discrimination of the Nazis. Does history always repeat itself??? It not so hard to see, if we so easily forget our past. Yes, like everyone else, I would rather forget our past horrors.

And just remember (Not my words) " Yesterday's history, tomorrow's a mystery. But today is a gift, that's why it's called the present". Words from an old wise master, again NOT my words. I'm not smart enough to say things like that....

This magnificent statue, was restored about 18 years ago. However, the highest swordsmanship of wisdom, light, knowledge, freedom, liberty, justice and most importantly of all Enlightenment. 🌟🌟🌟 Was naively removed, because of the failure to understand and comprehend our true history. Nevertheless, She was restored (now well over 25 years ago) majestically gold plated. 💜💜💜purple hearts, courageously...

I've been coming to this statue for many years. I love this spot and have been reluctant to write a review because I want it to be lowkey. However, enough people know of it, especially if you're from the Bronx.

I come here mainly to do some martial arts training in front of the lawn and to get some power from the statue. Something about the statue just always amazes me. As of now, there's a huge hawks nest on the statue and the hawk parents can be seen looking for food or fending off would be predators that want to snatch their babies.

Beautiful statue and very peaceful lawn, one of the quieter areas of Pelham Bay park...

Here's a towering monument to those lost during The Great War, or as we know it today, World War I. Many areas throughout the city have areas dedicated to War veterans of many generations. This particular one might actually be one of the finest ever built. Anyone who takes the IRT#6 to its terminus at Pelham Bay Park will notice the structure right away. The statue atop the memorial actually faces the original direction that the American Boy Statue once faced when it sat atop the old Rice Stadium for 50 odd years. It's quite a sight to see mourning reefs placed along the base for Veteran's Day...