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Alexander Macomb Monument - Photos

The Alexander Macomb monument at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard in downtown Detroit

The Alexander Macomb monument at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Washington Boulevard in downtown Detroit

The statue with the famous and newly renovated Book Tower as a backdrop

The statue with the famous and newly renovated Book Tower as a backdrop

The statue with the Book Cadillac Hotel in the background

The statue with the Book Cadillac Hotel in the background

General Macomb is best known for leading during a key military victory in the War of 1812.

General Macomb is best known for leading during a key military victory in the War of 1812.

The Macomb Monument stoically stands on Washington Boulevard.

The Macomb Monument stoically stands on Washington Boulevard.