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Photographer: Marsha A. Matson
Taken: November 18, 2014
Caption: Cerro de la Gloria marker two
Additional Description: North Frieze of the Monument: On the front, there is an equestrian statue representing General San Martin. On both sides and on the back, there are two reliefs showing the bodies of equestrian Grenadiers. As crowning of the monument, there is a group of soldiers standing in the center. Among the soldiers we can find the winged figure of Liberty with the shield of the Republic of Argentina in its hands. East Frieze of the Monument: Carpenters are sawing and turning wood, foundry workers are producing bolts and chains, blacksmiths are forging on the anvils of iron, and the figure of Fray Luis Beltran is highlighted there. On a higher plane the shield of the Republic of Peru stands out. South Frieze of the Monument: It represents a group of ladies from Mendoza giving their jewelry as contributions to the expedition fund and an offering of humble people donating several tools. West Frieze of the Monument: It represents the departure of the Andes Army to Chile in January 1816, presided over by General San Martin. The artillery is pulled by oxen, which, as the cargo mules, appear in greater relief and give strength to the scene. The shield of the Republic of Chile is located on the upper level.
Submitted: December 2, 2014, by Marsha A. Matson of Palmetto Bay, Florida.
Database Locator Identification Number: p293968
File Size: 4.313 Megabytes

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