By 1808Delaware

Well, not really… it’s the statue of President Rutherford B. Hayes that turned two years old earlier this month.

It was on Friday evening, October 4, 2019 that hundreds of onlookers crowded closely together on South Sandusky Street in downtown Delaware — a scene which would certainly not happen in the ear of COVID-19 — and celebrated the unveiling of the city’s statuary tribute to its best-known native son.

We thought that we’d take a look back at that event today on 1808Delaware, including photos we took that evening. Our coverage can be accessed below.

Hayes Statue Unveiled; Delaware Celebrates

Perhaps it was the cooler weather, or maybe it was the scene of fire engines and equipment lining two blocks of Sandusky Street. Or, just as likely, it was the opportunity to watch history take place before one’s own eyes.

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