Statue of General Devens sculpted by Olin Levi Warner in 1893-6

Born in Charlestown, MA, in 1820, General Devens was a lawyer and statesman who interrupted his political career to fight in the Civil War. During the war, he fought in the battles of Fredericksburg, Chancellorville, and Cold Harbor, among others, earning the rank of major general. Following his military service, Devens sat on the bench of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, and he served as Attorney General under President Hayes. This statue by Olin Levi Warner (sculptor of William Lloyd Garrison) was located at the State House until 1950. Devens wears his Union Army uniform, complete with a tasseled sash that identifies his rank.

Photo 77e, July 2012

Statue of General Devens

Photo 78e, July 2012

Statue of General Devens

Photo 79e, July 2012