BSA Replicas of Statue of Liberty

According to Boy Scouts of America, Troop 101, Cheyenne, Wyoming:
There are over 200 of these replicas in 39 states in the U.S. and several of its possessions and territories. The project was the brainchild of Kansas City businessman, J.P. Whitaker, who was then Scout Commissioner of the Kansas City Area Council. The copper statues were manufactured by Friedley-Voshardt Co. (Chicago, IL) and purchased through the Kansas City Boy Scout office by those wanting one. All were erected in the early 1950's by Boy Scout troops and others to celebrate Scouting’s 40th anniversary theme, "Strengthen the Arm of Liberty."
The statues are approximately 8 1/2 feet tall without the base, constructed of sheet copper, weigh 290 pounds, and originally cost $350 plus freight.
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Colorado Springs, Colorado
In Colorado Springs, at City Hall, on northeast corner of N Nevada Ave and E Kiowa St.
38 50 07.8N 104 49 16.3W
photos taken 1/14/2012
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.

Fort Collins, Colorado
In Fort Collins, on southwest corner of City Park Dr and Sheldon Dr, in City Park near lake and swimming pool.
40 35 03.6N 105 06 12.1W
photos taken 3/3/2012
        
The following organizations, Boy Scouts of America, Centennial Arc Welding, City of Fort Collins, Elizabeth Woodworth, Fort Collins Round Table, Northern Colorado Art Facility, Nothern Colorado Council of Camp Fire Inc, dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 1985.

Greeley, Colorado
In Greeley, on southwest corner of 9th St and 9th Ave, at Weld County Courthouse.
40 25 25.5N 104 41 34.3W
photos taken 3/3/2012
           
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th Anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.

Johnstown, Colorado
In Johnstown, on southwest corner of Charlotte St and Jay Ave, in front of Letford Elementary School.
40 20 10.0N 104 55 09.8W
photos taken 3/3/2012
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. The Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1952.

Kremmling, Colorado
In Kremmling city park on north side of US-40 (Park Ave) between 2nd and 3rd Streets.
40 03 32.8N 106 23 35.2W
photos taken 6/3/2008
  
 

La Junta, Colorado
In La Junta's Blaine Park, on southwest corner of Colorado Ave. and 10th St.
37 58 42.4N 103 32 35.9W
photos taken4/19/2009
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. The Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1951.

Longmont, Colorado
In Longmont, on northwest corner of Longs Peak Ave and Coffman St, in Roosevelt Park.
40 10 16.0N 105 06 14.4W
photos taken 3/3/2012
                 
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th Anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.

Loveland, Colorado
In Loveland, on northeast corner of W Eisenhower Blvd (US-34) and Lake Dr, on southeast edge of Lake Loveland.
40 24 25.8N 105 04 51.1W
photos taken 3/3/2012
                 
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th Anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.
Dedicated 1950, Longs Peak Council, Boy Scouts of America, Loveland Cosmopolitan Club. Replaced 1985, Loveland Board of Realtors, Art Castings of Colorado, Zethyl Gates - Project Historian. With grateful appreciation for their contribution, to the Loveland Community - City of Loveland 1986.

Pueblo, Colorado
In Pueblo, in front of the Pueblo County Courthouse, on northwest corner of N Main St and W 10th St.
38 16 34.9N 104 36 34.0W
photos taken 1/14/2012
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Libery, 1950.
Around the base of the statue there are also plaques honoring Medal of Honor recipients and veterans of WWI, WWII, Korea, Viet Nam, and the War on Terror.

Sterling, Colorado
In Sterling, at Logan County Courthouse, on CO-14 (Main St.) between 3rd and 4th Streets.
40 37 26.6N 103 12 33.4W
photos taken 10/8/2006

 

Trinidad, Colorado
In Trinidad, at Las Animas County Courthouse, on southeast corner of S. Maple St. and E. 1st St.
37 10 06.3N 104 30 13.1W
photos taken 4/16/2009
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.

Caldwell, Idaho
In Caldwell, in Caldwell Memorial Park, at southwest corner of S 7th Ave and Grant St.
43 39 43.1N 116 41 39.6W
photos taken 5/7/2012 by Rick Harvey
           
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. The Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1951. Caldwell Exchange Club, July 4, 2000.

Colby, Kansas
In Colby, in Fike Park, at southeast corner of N Franklin Ave and E 8th St.
39 24 02.1N 101 02 44.8W
photos taken 4/13/2012
           
This statue has been donated by Charles Murray to all the free loving people, as a reminder of the great heritage we possess.

Glen Elder, Kansas
In Glen Elder, in middle of city park, at southeast corner of W Main St and N Mill St.
39 29 55.2N 98 18 27.5W
photos taken 4/13/2012
           
Emily Candice Williams Slaven donated this Statue of Liberty in 1950 to the City of Glen Elder. Her descendents and their spouses who served in World War II were: Max Slaven, Vaden McKinney, Edmond Slaven, Russell Merrill, James Slaven, Francis Farrow, Kirwood Vint, Raymond Fritchen, Jack Davis, John Kalousdian, J. Duane Vint, Joe Gaston, Vinton Vint, Harold Nelson, Dorothy Vint McKinney, Kenneth Meyers.
According to the Glen Edler park manager, the original Boy Scout plaque is somewhere at the Glen Elder City Hall. He also told about wiring the statue so the torch lights at night.

Near Harlan, Kansas
North of Harlan on west side of US-281. About 1.8 miles north of Harlan. About 0.8 miles south of KS-9 / US-281 intersection.
39 37 37.8N 98 47 08.9W
photos taken 4/13/2012
           
According to news stories found on-line, the statue was in poor shape from vandalism and was taken to an auto body shop for repair in 2011.

Washington, Kansas
In Washington in front of Washington County Courthouse, 4 blocks north of US-36 on C St. On northeast corner of C St and E 3rd St.
39 49 03.6N 97 03 03.4W
photos taken 4/13/2012
                 
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th anniversary Crusade to Strengthen the Arm of Liberty, 1950.
Presented to Troop No. 86, Pony Express District, Boy Scouts of America, by Eagle Scout Jack Wayland and Eagle Scout Mike Wayland, 1950.

Alma, Nebraska
In Alma, in front of Harlan County Court House, on W 2nd St, between N Church Ave and N John St.
40 05 58.0N 99 21 46.6W
photos taken 1/30/2012 by Rick Harvey
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. 40th anniversary Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1950.

Beatrice, Nebraska
In Beatrice, in front of the old Burlington Railroad passenger station which is now the Gage County Museum. On the northwest corner of Court St (US-136 / NE-4) and N 2nd St.
40 15 59.0N 96 45 08.8W
photos taken 4/13/2012
        
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. The Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1951.

North Platte, Nebraska
In North Platte, on northeast corner of N Jeffers St and E 3rd St.
41 08 08.5N 100 45 48.0W
photos taken 1/14/2012 by Rick Harvey
           
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States, the Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty. The Crusade to Strengthen Liberty, 1951.

Cheyenne, Wyoming
In Cheyenne, on northeast corner of W 24th St and Carey Ave, on State Capitol grounds.
41 08 22.5N 104 49 15.5W
photos taken 3/3/2012
        
Replica of the Statue of Liberty was no longer in front of State Supreme Court building at 2301 Capitol Ave, but this replica of the Liberty Bell was on the Wyoming State Capitol grounds.

Dedicated to you, a free citizen in a free land. This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people of Wyoming by direction of the Honorable John W. Synder, Secretary of the Treasury. As the inspirational symbol of the United States Savings Bonds independence drive from May 15 to July 4, 1950, it was displayed in every part of this state. The dimensions and tone are identical with those of the original Liberty Bell when it rang out our independence in 1776. In standing before this symbol, you have the opportunity to dedicate yourself, as did our founding fathers, to the principles of the individual freedom for which our nation stands. This bell is one of fifty-three cast in France in 1950, and given to the United States government by: American Smelting and Refining Company, Miami Copper Company, Anaconda Copper Mining Company, Phelps Dodge Corporation, Kennecott Copper Corporation, The American Metal Company, Limited. Steel supports by U. S. Steel Corporation's American Bridge Company. This plaque donated by Revere Copper and Brass Incorporated.

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