The Tripoli Monument
The oldest military monument in the United States, honoring heroes of the First Barbary War and early American naval service.

πŸ“œ Oldest military monument in the United States, honoring heroes of the First Barbary War.
πŸ” Carved in Italy in 1806, it was brought to the US on the USS Constitution.

Why Go

πŸ›οΈ Explore a significant piece of early American and naval history
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Commemorates the young Navy's first sustained overseas campaign
🚢 Located within the historic US Naval Academy in Annapolis

Why Avoid

πŸ†” Valid ID required for entry to the US Naval Academy
πŸ…ΏοΈ No on-site parking, street parking only

Tips

⏰ Arrive early for better street parking availability
🚢 Consider taking a Naval Academy tour for easier access

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