Resting Doughboy

Half-sized version of WWI infantryman in uniform standing at parade rest with helmet pushed back, rifle in proper left hand and knapsack and uniform coat held over proper right arm. This statue is considered unique of its kind as it varies in size and stature from Viquesney's typical design of the Doughboy.

This sculpture was stolen and removed from its pedestal sometime in September of 2008. A replacement bronze sculpture was installed at the original location on November 12th of that same year. The original statue, which Army Navy Garrison 273 had purchased and installed in 1938, was kept in its damaged condition at the garrison building in Lakemore. Garrison members James Critchfield and past Commander James Richards decided to attempt to repair it. Nearly three years later, the statue was brought back to the garrison building on Main Street for a dedication ceremony after the village’s Veterans Day program.