Montgomery in Montgomery County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Violata Pax Dove
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, May 26, 2023
1. Violata Pax Dove Marker
The Dove was sculpted in white bronze and came to life in a foundry in Pietrasanta, Italy. It was generously gifted to Troy University by the artist.
The Dove was commissioned by Pope Benedict XVI as part of an exhibit entitled the Sins of Humanity. This show accompanied the reopening and renovation of Saint Francis of Assisi Cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Dove represents the sin of war and is one of the fifty-three sins showcased at the opening.
The artist Nall requested his beloved Dove be placed in the shadow of the Rosa Parks Museum to remind us of Mrs. Parks' courageous act on December 1, 1955, and how she defied the sin of racism.
Our hope is that everyone who looks upon this Dove will be reminded of what it represents and feel inspired.
Erected 2022 by Troy University.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Civil Rights • Peace. A significant historical date for this entry is December 1, 1955.
Location. 32° 22.571′ N, 86° 18.682′ W. Marker is in Montgomery, Alabama, in Montgomery County. Marker is at the intersection of Montgomery
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Rosa Parks Montgomery Bus Boycott / Hank Williams Alabama Troubadour (within shouting distance of this marker); Portrait of Rosa Parks (within shouting distance of this marker); Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus Boycott (within shouting distance of this marker); Tribute to Montgomery's "Foot Soldiers" (within shouting distance of this marker); A Mighty Walk From Selma (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Judge Frank M. Johnson: Judicial Fairness in the Age of Segregation (about 600 feet away); Kahl Montgomery/Catoma Street Church of Christ (about 600 feet away); Ladies Memorial Association (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Montgomery.
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, May 26, 2023
2. Violata Pax Dove Marker
Photographed By Mike Wintermantel, May 26, 2023
3. Violata Pax Dove
Credits. This page was last revised on June 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 1, 2023, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 109 times since then and 42 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 1, 2023, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
