Marshall-Brunnen by Toni Stadler, 1963
Taunusanlage
Frankfurt, September 2024
“In 1948, as Secretary of State of the United States, George C. Marshall (1888–1959) drew up the so-called Marshall Plan to support the reconstruction of Western Europe. This economic support program consisted primarily of loans and the delivery of goods; Linked to certain conditions, it offered participating states help to help themselves and made a significant contribution to the economic miracle in Germany. For his initiative, Marshall was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1953. Shortly after his death, the Frankfurt Chamber of Commerce and Industry suggested building a memorial to commemorate his achievements; It was financed by donations from Frankfurt companies. The Marshall Fountain was inaugurated in 1963 in the presence of high-ranking guests, including Chancellor Ludwig Erhard and US Secretary of State Dean Rusk. It was created by the sculptor Toni Stadler, who was a professor at the Städelschule from 1940 to 1944. The three figures represent the three graces from Roman mythology.” (Marshall-Brunnen, Kunst im öffentlichen Raum Frankfurt)
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