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Los Angeles, California
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The statue represents a composite of various Trojan warriors rather than a specific historical figure.
The sword is intentionally pointed downward to symbolize peace.
The statue was funded by the senior class of 1930 and unveiled in 1930 as a tribute to the university's spirit.
Students guard the statue around the clock to prevent vandalism before the annual USC-UCLA football game.
The statue is commonly referred to as Tommy Trojan, but its official name is the Trojan Shrine.
The base features five qualities of the ideal Trojan: Faithful, Scholarly, Skillful, Courageous, and Ambitious.
The artist, Roger Noble Burnham, was a renowned sculptor who also created other notable works in Los Angeles.
The statue is made of bronze and stands on a granite pedestal.
The statue is situated in the center of the University of Southern California, serving as a popular meeting point for students.
