Art & History

National Statuary Hall Collection

Missouri

Image of Missouri statue

Francis Blair, Jr., 1821–1875

Soldier, Statesman

A former slave owner who rejected slavery, Blair raised “Home Guard” forces in the Civil War. His military leadership kept Missouri in the Union, but the conflict eroded his wealth and undercut his career in Congress.

Alexander Doyle, Marble, 1895–1899 Back to List >>
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