The Freedmen's Memorial is a monument located in Washington, D.C., dedicated to the memory of the African American men who fought for their freedom during the American Civil War. It was unveiled in 1876 and features a statue of Abraham Lincoln, who is depicted freeing a formerly enslaved man. The memorial symbolizes the struggle for emancipation and the ongoing fight for civil rights. The statue was created by sculptor Thomas Ball and is made of bronze and granite. It stands in Lincoln Park, which is named after Lincoln himself. The memorial serves as a reminder of the contributions of African Americans to the nation’s history and the importance of equality.