Bronze figure titled "Memory"
gazing into the reflecting pool
in Straus Park was sculpted by Augustus Lukeman
and dedicated on April 15, 1915
Straus Park is named for Isidor Straus and his wife Ida,
who died on April 15, 1912 when the S.S. Titanic sank on
its maiden voyage from England to America.
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Lion Head, on the side of the "exedra"
(where the reclining figure is placed)
All parts of design have significance.
I think this lion's head shows
the strength of those who died, since
sources on the Titanic's history show
that there were many brave who tried
to save lives, even as they knew
they were about to die.
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