Signal Hill in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

"Unity Monument"

Photographed By Michael Kindig, November 24, 2016

1. Unity Monument Marker

Inscription. Dedicated to the victims of September 11, 2001, including those who lost their lives and those who lost their loved ones. This monument is a symbol of our nation’s renewed strength and unity, blending five operate metals (stainless steel, brass, copper, copper-nickel and nickel) to form a sculpture representing our nation’s diversity. The monument faces the East Coast as a tribute.

Erected 2002 by City of Signal Hill; and artist Patrick Vogel.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: 9/11 Attacks • Disasters. A significant historical date for this entry is September 11, 2001.

Location. 33° 47.906′ N, 118° 9.534′ W. Marker is in Signal Hill, California, in Los Angeles County. Marker is on Temple Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2271 Temple Ave, Signal Hill CA 90755, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Car Climbs on the Hill (within shouting distance of this marker); Discovery of Oil on the Hill (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Discovery Well - Signal Hill Field (about 400 feet away); Japanese Farming on the Hill (approx. 0.2 miles away); Early Aviation on the Hill (approx. ¼ mile away); Broadcasting and Music on the Hill

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(approx. ¼ mile away); “Tribute to the Roughnecks” (approx. 0.3 miles away); Hilltop Park (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Signal Hill.

Unity Monument image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, November 24, 2016

2. Unity Monument

Artist's Signature image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Kindig, November 24, 2016

3. Artist's Signature

Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2024. It was originally submitted on December 19, 2016, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. This page has been viewed 841 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 19, 2016, by Michael Kindig of Elk Grove, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.