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Collateral Damage
It's been called "a powerful symbol of mature reflection of the costs and consequences of 20th century warfare". This sculpture by California artist E A Chase has been used by anti-nuclear campaigners since it was first created in 1959. And on 5 August - - to coincide with Hiroshima Day ceremonies in Japan--the city of Santa Cruz will be dedicating an enlarged version of the sculpture as a permanent and public memorial.
The sculpture, now titled Collateral Damage: a reality of war, is intended to represent a woman, man, and child embracing during their last moments, in defiance of the devastation of war.
The Resource Center for Nonviolence is a sponsor of the fundraising drive for the city's anti-war memorial. Donations can be sent to: Veterans and Friends of Collateral Damage, 515 Broadway, Santa Cruz CA 95060 USA.