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Savannah, Georgia
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The bench scenes from the movie 'Forrest Gump' were filmed in Chippewa Square, although the bench itself was a prop and is now housed in a museum.
The square features a statue of James Oglethorpe, the founder of Georgia, which was erected in 1910.
The square is named after the Battle of Chippewa, a significant conflict during the War of 1812.
Unlike other squares in Savannah, Chippewa Square has a central monument with traffic circulating around it, rather than through it.
The square is bordered by several historic buildings, including the First Baptist Church and the Savannah Theatre, one of the oldest continuously operating theaters in the United States.
The square is adorned with beautiful live oaks and azaleas, adding to its serene and picturesque atmosphere.
