Hood's Texas Brigade Monument

The Hood's Texas Brigade Monument is an outdoor memorial on the Texas State Capitol grounds in Austin, commemorating members of John Bell Hood's Texas Brigade of the Confederate Army. Sculpted by Pompeo Coppini and erected in 1910, it is topped by a bronze statue of a Confederate soldier. Visitors can view this historical artwork while exploring the Capitol grounds. The monument offers a tangible connection to Civil War history and the artistry of early 20th-century sculpture. Its location among other landmarks makes it a stop for those interested in Texas heritage.