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Not New Hampshire: Sculptor Carl H. Conrads of Germany and West Hartford CT

Posted on 25 April, 2020 by Janice Brown

Carl Henry Conrads (erroneously called Charles Conrads in some sources) was not a New Hampshire native, nor did he ever live within our state’s boundaries.  But he did sculpt some of our most famous statues, including those of John Stark … Continue reading →

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The Grieving Gold Star Mother Statue — Stanton Plaza at Manchester New Hampshire

Posted on 10 July, 2019 by Janice Brown

One of Manchester New Hampshire’s more recent statues, and one of the few that honors women, can be found in Stanton Plaza, on the southwest corner of Pleasant Street and Elm, opposite Veterans Park. Called the Grieving Gold Star Mother, … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire Tidbits: Portsmouth’s Haven Park and Porter Statue

Posted on 15 November, 2018 by Janice Brown

I’ve taken the tour many times–a relaxed horse-drawn carriage ride taken through historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and right by Haven Park with the statue of General Fitz John Porter.  It is the real history that interests me more than whether … Continue reading →

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New Hampshire WWI Military: Heroes of Jaffrey

Posted on 23 October, 2018 by Janice Brown

There are many who write about the famed ‘Buddies’ monument in Jaffrey New Hampshire. It stands 16 feet tall and was carved from a single block of stone by sculptor Virgo “Viggo” Brandt-Ericksen. But no one seems to known much … Continue reading →

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NH Tidbits: Concord New Hampshire At A Glance in 1891

Posted on 18 August, 2017 by Janice Brown

A red leather-covered souvenir booklet offers insight into what the City of Concord New Hampshire looked like in 1891.  A lovely script on the back page shows that it was a gift: Presented to John J. Thurston On his 78th … Continue reading →

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