Accomack County Virginia World War I Marker

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Accomac in Accomack County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Accomack County Virginia World War I

By Beverly Pfingsten, April 20, 2008

1. Accomack County Virginia World War I Marker

Inscription. In honor of the men of Accomack County, Virginia who died in the service of our country in the World War 1917-1918.

Erected by Eastern Shore of Virginia Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution.

Marker series. This marker is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution marker series.

Location. 37° 43.176′ N, 75° 40.278′ W. Marker is in Accomac, Virginia, in Accomack County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Alt. US 13 Front Street and Courthouse Ave., on the left when traveling north. Click for map. Marker is on the Courthouse Wall. Marker is in this post office area: Accomac VA 23301, United States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 5 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Accomack County Virginia World War II, Korea & Vietnam (here, next to this marker); Accomac Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Birthplace of Governor Wise (within shouting distance of this marker); Debtors Prison (about 500 feet away, in a direct line); Makemie Statue (about 600 feet away); Mary Nottingham Smith High School (approx. 0.4 miles away); Onancock (approx. 2.9 miles away); Kerr Place (approx. 4.2 miles away). Click for a list of all markers in Accomac.

Accomack County Courthouse Photo, Click for full size

By Beverly Pfingsten, April 20, 2008

2. Accomack County Courthouse

Credits. This page originally submitted on May 20, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 629 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 20, 2008, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland.