Vulcan was designed by Italian sculptor Guiseppe Moretti. Vulcan was the Roman god of the forge, what better symbol of Birmingham's mineral wealth ? Vulcan was cast in Birmingham at Birmingham Steel & Iron. The Williamson Foundry cast the anvil and hammer.  After languishing at the fairgrounds, a proposal put forth by Kiwanis Club members provided the spark for Vulcan Park which opened in 1938.

The card on the right is a 1960's chrome.  Vulcan is second largest to the Statue of Liberty.  He is reputed to be the world's tallest iron man.  The safety torch is readily visible in these views.