This is the third and final part of a post by Boyle Heights Historical Society Advisory Board member Rudy Martinez on a little-known statue for a largely-forgotten figure from the American Revolution, Haym Salomon. We hope you’ve enjoyed this post and come back soon for more posts on the fascinating history of Boyle Heights! –…
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The Travels and Travails of the Haym Salomon Statue, Part Two
This is the second part of a post by Boyle Heights Historical Society Advisory Board member Rudy Martinez on a little-known statue for a largely-forgotten figure from the American Revolution, Haym Salomon. Enjoy and check back soon for the next installment! – Paul R. Spitzzeri After a good deal of planning was instituted for the…
The Travels and Travails of the Haym Salomon Statue, Part One
This is the first part of a post by Boyle Heights Historical Society Advisory Board member Rudy Martinez on a little-known statue for a largely-forgotten figure from the American Revolution, Haym Salomon. Enjoy and check back soon for the next installment! – Paul R. Spitzzeri In June 2008, a small rededication ceremony was held for…