John Barry Memorial
John Barry (March 25, 1745 – September 13, 1803) was an officer in the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War and later in the United States Navy. He is often credited as "The Father of the American Navy". Barry was born in Tacumshane, County Wexford, Ireland.
14th St. NW (btwn K St. & H St.) Washington , D.C. 20005 United States
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Often credited as "The Father of the American Navy" he is recognized as not only the first American commissioned naval officer but also as its first flag officer . Read more
Memorial to Commodore Barry, the Irish-American naval hero. Erected in 1914. Noteable work of scultpor John J. Boyle and architect Edward P. Casey
Immediately across the street from the Park at 14th.
Sculpted by John J. Boyle .
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Category Arts and Entertainment » Public Art » Outdoor Sculpture
Place United States » Washington » Downtown-Penn Quarter-Chinatown