| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — "Holy Roller" |
| |
Presented to the City of London
by 1st Hussars, 4th June 1950
in memory of the First Hussars who fell
in two World Wars
The only tank of 6th Canadian Armoured
Regiment (1st Hussars) to complete campaign
in North-West Europe
D-Day 6th June 1944
VE-Day 8th May 1945 — Map (db m18922) |
| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — Crimean War Cannons |
| | These cannon were used at the seige of Sebastopol, and were brought to this country after the capture of that city by the British in 1855. Sir John Carling was instrumental in procuring these three pieces for this city. This gun is a British piece. The other two are Russian. This tablet was erected by the London and Middlesex Historical Society, 1907
Restored 1987 — Map (db m18928) |
| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — London South African War Memorial — 1899 - 1902 |
| | “In Honour of the Men from the London District who Fought for the Empire in South Africa, and in Memory of Those Who Fell.”
1899 - 1902
[First Panel]
Pte. D. L. Moore, R.C.R.- Feb 14th, 1900
Pte. J. A. Donegan, 26th M.Lt.I.- Feb 18th, 1900
Pte. R. Smith, 26th M.Lt.I.- Feb 18th, 1900
Pte. W. G. Adams, 7th Regt. Fus.- April 16th, 1900
Pte. F.G.W. Floyd, 7th Regt. Fus.- May 10th, 1900
Pte. E. Mullins, R.C.R.I.- June 11th, 1900
[Second Panel]
Royal . . . — Map (db m18927) |
| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — The 1st Hussars |
| |
To the everlasting memory
of the members of
THE 1ST HUSSARS
both the living and the dead, who together with
other Canadian and Allied servicemen
participated in the glorious campaign of 1944-1945
that led to the liberation of the Netherlands.
Presented by:
The Grateful Dutch Canadians of London
May 1970
Re-dedicated June 6, 1998 by:
The Dutch Canadians Remember
Committee of 1995 — Map (db m18921) |
| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — Veterans' Garden — 2005 - Year of the Veteran |
| | Dedicated November 4, 2005
to remember, honour, and celebrate
our Canadian Veterans.
May the memory of their
achievements and sacrifices
be kept alive.
This garden was made possible thanks to the generous donation by Angus and Mabe McLennan - for the love and enjoyment of Victoria Park. — Map (db m18969) |
| Ontario (Middlesex County), London — Veterans' Memorial Carillon — 2005 - Year of the Veteran — "We Will Never Forget" |
| | With deepest gratitude to those who so generously
contributed to this visible and resonant
remembrance of our Canadian Veterans
Separate Stone marker nearby:
Thank You Canada
Thank You Veterans
1940 - 1945
This musical tribute is a gift to all
Canadians from the Dutch community
and friends out of gratitude for
the Liberation of the Netherlands
during 1944 - 1945
Dedicated Sept. 22, 2006
A map on the stone marker depicts the following Canadian War . . . — Map (db m18968) |
| Ireland, Leinster (County Dublin), Dublin — Countess Constance Markievicz — 1869 - 1927 — Major, Irish Citizen Army, 1916 |
| | A valiant woman who fought for Ireland in 1916
_________________________
In the 1916 Rising she was Second-in-Command to Michael Mallin in the College of Surgeons. She was sentenced to death for her activities but was released from prison in 1917 in the general amnesty.
The bronze bust show Countess Markievicz in the uniform tunic of the Irish Citizen Army. The work was unveiled in 1956.
[From the Monuments of St. Stephen's Green marker found in the park.] — Map (db m22504) |
| Ireland, Leinster (County Dublin), Dublin — Fusiliers’ Arch |
| | In memory of the officers, non-commissioned officers and men of the Royal Dublin Fusiliers who fell in the South African War A.D.1899·1900
Fortissimis suis militibus hoc monumentum eblana dedicavit MCMVII
Hartshill•Ladysmith•Talana•Colenso•
Tulega Heights•Laings Nek
Fusiliers' Arch [Inscription is from the Monuments of St. Stephen's Green
marker found in the park]
The form of this arch, 12 feet in width, is that of a Roman Triumphal Arch. It stands 32 feet 6 inches high. . . . — Map (db m22470) |
| Ireland, Leinster (County Dublin), Dublin — Thomas M. Kettle — 1880 - 1916 |
| | Born in County Dublin
9th February 1880
Killed at Guinchy
9th September 1916
Poet•Essayist•Patriot
____________________
Killed at Guinchy during the Great War, September 1916.
“Died not for Flag nor King nor Emperor
But for a dream born in a herdsman's shed
And for the sacred scripture of the poor.”
The bronze bust erected in 1937, is by A.G. Power and was cast by Compagnie des Bronzes, Brussels.
[From the Monuments of St. Stephen's Green marker found in . . . — Map (db m22489) |
| Alabama (Chambers County), LaFayette — Chambers County War Memorial |
| | In memory of Chambers Co. veterans who gave their lives in following wars:
World War I [west face] (list of names)
World War II [east and south faces](list of names)
Korean and Vietnam Conflicts [north face] (lists of names) — Map (db m18163) |
| Alabama (Clay County), Ashland — Clay County Veterans Memorial |
| | Dedicated to the veterans of Clay County who so unselfishly served and to those who died in defense of their country Let it be said “We will never forget” Left Panel List of World War I, World War II and Korean War veterans Right Panel List of World War II and Vietnam War veterans — Map (db m14302) |
| Alabama (Etowah County), Gadsden — Paul Harvey Loyalty Day |
| | On Loyalty Day this 30th day of April, 1967, we do pay honors and tribute to a great American
- Paul Harvey -
a man who has contributed much toward making this nation and especially Gadsden a better place to live. We salute a true champion of freedom. "God bless you" — Map (db m12301) |
| Alabama (Jefferson County), Birmingham — Disabled American Veterans |
| | (Side 1)
Disabled American Veterans Formed December 25, 1920.
Birmingham Chapter No. 4 Chartered January 25, 1926.
This Memorial Dedicated To Our Military Forces And To All Who Have Given Their Blood And Lives That The Republic Might Live Forever.
How Sleep The Brave Who Sink To Rest By All Their Country's Wishes Blest!
This Tenth Day Of November Nineteen Hundred Eighty One.
(Side 2)
United States Army
Authorized By The Continental Congress June 14, 1775
* . . . — Map (db m24347) |
| Alabama (Russell County), Fort Benning — Fryar Field |
| | Named in honor of
Pvt Elmer E. Fryar
Congressional Medal of Honor
511th Parachute Infantry Regiment
United States Army — Map (db m12154) |
| Alabama (Talladega County), Talladega — USS Talladega (APA-208) — Talladega County — "The Tremblin' T" |
| | Seven Battle Stars
* * * * * * *
World War II
* Iwo Jima Operation
* Okinawa Gunto Operation
First of the 31 ship convoy with occupation troops
to dock at Yokohama on VJ Day, September 2, 1945
Korean War
* 3rd Korean Winter
* Korea, Summer-Fall (1953)
Vietnam War
* Vietnam Defense Campaign
* Vietnamese Counteroffensive Phase II
* Vietnamese Counteroffensive Phase III
Commissioned October 31, 1944
Struck from Naval Register September 1, 1976 . . . — Map (db m12212) |
| California (Amador County), Sutter Creek — To Remember the Men of Amador County Who Died in The World War |
| | [There are four markers mounted on the monument; one each for World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The first three are mounted on the north side and the fourth is mounted on the south side of monument]
[World War I]
To Remember
THE MEN OF AMADOR COUNTY
Who Died in the World War
Left Column:
G. Bulaich, J.A. Cuneo, F.S. Ferrari, E.L. Flitcraft, E.F. Forbes, L. Griesback, P.W. Hamm, J.R. Hyland, A. Kretcher, G. Koprivica
Right Column:
R.E. Noce, . . . — Map (db m13421) |
| California (Napa County), Yountville — 828 — Veterans Home of California |
| | Established in 1884 by Mexican War Veterans and members of the Grand Army of the Republic who recognized the need for a home for California’s aged and disabled veterans. In January 1897 the Veterans Home Association deeded the home and its 910 acres of land to the State of California which has maintained it since that date.
California Registered Historical Landmark No.828
Plaque placed by the State Department of Parks and Recreation in cooperation with the State Department of Veterans . . . — Map (db m18743) |
| California (Sacramento County), Sacramento — General George Wright — 1803 – 1865 |
| | A graduate of West Point, his gallantry on the fields of battle earned him commendations; from the Seminole War in Florida, to the Mexican War, to the Indian Campaign in the Pacific Northwest. His unwavering loyalty to the Union would prompt President Lincoln to appoint him Commander of the Pacific Coast during the Civil War. The sinking of the steamer "Brother Jonathan" off the coast of Crescent City during a violent storm claimed the General as a victim, July 30, 1865 — Map (db m10766) |
| California (Sacramento County), Sacramento — September 11, 2001 |
| | Dedicated to the memory of those
who tragically lost their lives on
September 11, 2001
in New York City, The Pentagon,
and Shanskville, Pennsylvania
May God Shed His Grace on Thee — Map (db m13420) |
| California (Sacramento County), Sacramento — The G.A.R. Memorial Plot |
| | Sacramento City CemeteryThe GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC Memorial Plot was originally located in the New Helvetia Cemetery at the corner of 31st and J Streets, a plot donated to the Sumner Post No.3 by the owner and proprietor John Wesley Reeves. It was duly dedicated in 1865. Upon the death of Reeves in 1867, and the City’s acquisition of the New Helvetia facility, a plot of more appreciable size was offered to the G.A.R. in City Cemetery in exchange. The remains of Civil War veterans buried . . . — Map (db m12411) |
| California (San Bernardino County), Fenner — Blue Star Memorial Highway |
| | A tribute to the Armed Forces that have defended the United States of America. — Map (db m328) |
| California (San Diego County), San Diego — First Raising of U.S. Flag |
| | On this site the United States Flag was first raised in Southern California by Lt. Stephen G. Rowan U.S.N., Commanding Sailors and Marines July 29, 1846. — Map (db m13043) |
| California (San Diego County), San Diego — Services of the Mormon Battalion |
| | The historic march of the Mormon Battalion -- -- More than 2000 miles through the wilderness -- -- was made in fulfillment of official U.S. orders. Brigham Young, Prophet – Leader of the Mormons, personally recruited these troops. The Battalion blazed the first wagon trail to the Pacific over the Southern Route, was instrumental in acquiring the vast southwestern empire for the United States; and raised the Stars and Stripes for the first time over Fort Tucson and Fort Moore. Later some . . . — Map (db m14379) |
| California (San Joaquin County), Ripon — Ripon World War II Memorial |
| | In Honor of
Ripon High School Students
KIA World War II
Radomir Kilak • Henry Bouma • Raymond Clifton • Lyman Fulton • Billy Haller • Jack Harp • John Kamps • Paul Madsen • Oscar Poelstra • Carl Peterson • Viggo Peterson • John Smit • John Van Andel • Harmon Tornga
In Memory of all
World War II Veterans
Ched K. Kolak
Donor
Betty Saletta
Sculptor — Map (db m19522) |
| California (San Mateo County), Redwood City — 816 — Union Cemetery |
| | Union Cemetery's name reflects the controversy that erupted in the Civil War, three years after the cemetery's beginnings in 1859. Pro- and anti- slavery feelings ran high in California, and the founders of the cemetery strongly opposed the secessionist sentiment that threatened the nation's unity. Because of a controversy over the cemetery's ownership, the state enacted its first cemetery legislation, although its provisions did not affect Union Cemetery. The law of 1859 allowed for the . . . — Map (db m3296) |
| California (Stanislaus County), Modesto — Grand Army of the Republic |
| |
Grant Post #9
Modesto, California
1879 – 1938
GAR
This plot was dedicated to the GAR members of Grant Post #9 who fought for the Union during the Civil War of 1861-1865. The post was chartered in 1879 with ten members and grew to several hundred. The remains of 36 of these veterans are buried here.
In 1907 Col. James Thompson and James Needham obtained two cannons from the U.S. Government Armory at Benicia. The twenty-four pounder coastal guns were cast in 1844 at the West . . . — Map (db m19455) |
| California (Tuolumne County), Tuolumne — Blue Star Memorial By-Way |
| | A tribute to the Armed Forces of America. — Map (db m6813) |
| Colorado (El Paso County), Colorado Springs — The United States Air Force Academy |
| | Directly in front of you is the Academy which is dedicated to producing highly qualified and motivated officers for your U.S. Air Force. Its four year program combines Military and academic instruction and athletic competition. The airfield in the foreground is a focal point for soaring, parachuting and powered flight activities. To your right at the foot of the mountains is the Cadet area where 4,400
men and women Cadets live and study. The Academy welcomes visitors daily from 9 A.M. to 3 P.M.
The entrance is Two miles ahead. — Map (db m4884) |
| Connecticut (Litchfield County), Roxbury — Roxbury |
| | 1713 - First structure by white settlers built near Shepaug River.
1732 - 33 – First meeting house erected. Old Roxbury Road.
1743 – Roxbury parish established by Connecticut General Assembly.
Birthplace of three cousins of Revolutionary war fame: Captain Remember Baker 1737-1775
Colonel Ethan Allen 1738 - 1789
General Seth Warner 1743 - 1784
1796 – Town of Roxbury incorporated, separating from Woodbury. General Ephraim Hinman of the Connecticut Militia, . . . — Map (db m17761) |
| Connecticut (Litchfield County), Washington — Washington |
| | Side A
This township includes the villages of Woodville, New Preston, Marbledale, Washington, and Washington Depot. The eastern section, first settled by Joseph Hurlbut in 1734, was known as the Parish of Judea and belonged to Woodbury. The western section, first settled in 1741, was called the Parish of New Preston and belonged to New Milford. The present town was incorporated in 1779, being named in honor of General George Washington, who traveled through this area several times during his . . . — Map (db m17437) |
| Connecticut (New Haven County), New Haven — Defenders' Monument |
| | Here July 5, 1779 citizens of New Haven with cannon prevented an invading British Army from crossing West River and thereby saved the town from destruction — Map (db m17289) |
| Delaware (New Castle County), Middletown — NC-114 — Sgt. William Lloyd Nelson — Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient |
| | William Lloyd Nelson was born near Dover, Delaware, on February 22, 1918. He was the son of J. Clarence and Carrie Phillips Nelson. Following his family's move to a farm near Middletown, he was educated in the public schools of the community. He attended Middletown High School when it was located here, graduating in 1937. An active member of the 4-H Club and Future Farmers of America, he was recognized for his athletic achievements in baseball, basketball and football. On January 9, 1941, he . . . — Map (db m10609) |
| Delaware (New Castle County), Newark — Battle of Cooch's Bridge |
| | American light infantry and cavalry under General William Maxwell encountered advance guard of British and Hessian troops under Generals Howe, Cornwallis and Knyphausen in this vicinity September 3, 1777. American troops were expert marksmen drafted by General Washington from the several brigades of his army then encamped near Wilmington. Only battle of American Revolution on Delaware soil and claimed to have been the first in which the Stars and Stripes were carried. Erected by the Patriotic . . . — Map (db m9774) |
| Delaware (New Castle County), Newark — NC-115 — Head of Christiana Presbyterian Church |
| | The first Presbyterian services in this area were conducted by Rev. John Wilson in 1706. Then pastor of New Castle Presbyterian Church, Rev. Wilson came every other Sunday to minister to the many residents of this area who had immigrated from Scotland and Ireland. In 1708, a modest log structure was erected on land owned by John steel. The first installed pastor was Rev. George Gillespie, a native of Scotland, who arrived in 1713 and served until his death in 1760. During his tenure the log . . . — Map (db m9979) |
| Delaware (New Castle County), Odessa — NC-153 — Old Drawyers Presbyterian Church |
| | The history of this congregation may be traced to the 1670s, when Dutch and Swedish members of the "Reformed Church" were gathering locally for worship. By the first decade of the 18th century the settlement of persons largely of Scottish descent resulted in the formal establishment of a congregation in the area then known as Appoquinimy. The first known church, a wooden structure, was erected nearby on land that was purchased in 1711. A subscription to erect a new church was circulated in . . . — Map (db m10538) |
| Delaware (New Castle County), Wilmington — Gunning Bedford, Jr. |
| | 1747-1812. Member of Continental Congress and of Annapolis Convention. A framer of United States Constitution, which Delaware was first to ratify. Appointed First District Judge of Delaware by President Washington. Purchased this property 1793 as country home, naming it "Lombardy". Buried at Tenth and Market Streets, Wilmington. Reinterred 1921 at Masonic Home. — Map (db m14706) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Downtown — Julia Ward Howe |
| | In honor of Julia Ward Howe who wrote the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" here at the Old Willard Hotel November 21, 1861 "In the beauty of the lillies Christ was born across the sea with a glory in his bosom that transfigures you and me." Presented by the Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic January 24, 1938 Committee Frances Martin Kuhns - Emily Jerman Tompkins Annie Maria Michener - Edina Pearl Trigg Margret Hopkins Worrell Donors Orpha M. Whitaker | . . . — Map (db m6709) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northeast — Japanese American Memorial to Patriotism During World War II |
| | [Panel 1 of the historical narrative at memorial entrance]:
On February 19, 1942, 73 days after the United States entered World War II, President Franklin Roosevelt issued Executive Order 9066 which resulted in the removal of 120,000 Japanese American men, women, and children from their homes in the western states and Hawaii.
Allowed only what they could carry, families were forced to abandon homes, friends, farms and businesses to live in ten remote relocation centers guarded by . . . — Map (db m8200) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northeast — The Freedom Bell |
| | Dedicated to the spirit of the Bicentennial on behalf of the children of our nation. — Map (db m8817) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northwest — First Division War Memorial |
| | [Inscriptions on the original memorial (1924)]
First Division, United States Army, American Expeditionary Forces, June 1917 - September 1919.
Erected by the memorial association of the First Division and patriotic friends to the memory of the dead of the division who gave their lives in the World War that the liberty and the ideals of our country might endure.
Sommervillier: Oct 20 - Nov 20, 1917.
Ansauville: Jan 16 - April 3, 1918.
Cantigny April 19 - June . . . — Map (db m17629) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northwest — First Home of the Reserve Officers Association |
| | From 1924 to 1938, rooms of the Lee House were the first headquarters of the reserve officers association of the United States. Founded in 1922 by General of the Armies John J. Pershing to assure an adequate national security, ROA had as an early member Major Harry S. Truman, USAR. President Truman lived in these quarters during much of his administration and in 1950 signed the law granting ROA its congressional charter. Dedicated during the Truman Centennial Year, May 1984 — Map (db m4052) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northwest — John Barry Memorial |
| | John Barry, Commodore, United States Navy.
Born County Wexford, Ireland, 1745; Died in Philadelphia, 1805. — Map (db m19533) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northwest — Kosciuszko |
| | (Front):Kosciuszko Saratoga(Right): General Thaddeus Kosciuszko 1745-1817 Son of Poland (Left):Military Engineer In the American Revolution Fortified Saratoga and West Point (Back):"And freedom shrieked as Kosciuszko fell." Erected by the Polish National Alliance of America and presented to the United States on behalf of the Polish American Citizens May 11, 1910 Raclawice — Map (db m19992) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Northwest — Memorial Day Order |
| | General Orders No. 11 Headquarters, Grand Army of the Republic Washington, D.C., May 5, 1868 I. The 30th day of May, 1868 is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late Rebellion, and those bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land. In this observance no form or ceremony is prescribed, but posts and comrades will in their own way arrange such . . . — Map (db m7989) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Penn Quarter — The United States Navy Memorial |
| | In honor of those who served to forge the heritage of the United States Navy.
In tribute to those who perished to provide peace and security for our maritime nation.
In gratitude to those now serving. — Map (db m4826) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), Southwest — Defender of Liberty — George Mason Memorial — George Mason, 1726-1792 |
| | “I ... looked forward to ... Independence, ... and will risque the last Penny of my Fortune and the last Drop of my Blood upon the Issue.”
George Mason, 1778.
George Mason belonged to the genteel Virginia plantation society that cultivated some truly extraordinary leaders. George Washington regarded Mason as his mentor and Thomas Jefferson described him as “the wisest man of his generation.” He devoted himself to achieving American . . . — Map (db m18046) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), The National Mall — District of Columbia World War Memorial |
| | [PANEL 1, northeast corner wayside.]
“This monument stands for men who fought not alone for their country, but to establish the principles of justice and peace. We pay tribute here to their valor. We honor them for their sacrifice.”
President Herbert C. Hoover, November 11, 1931.
Why does the Great War endure in human memory?
In 1914 a small European conflict quickly expanded into a global conflagration. The war introduced lethal new technologies, swept . . . — Map (db m9039) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), The National Mall — John Paul Jones Memorial — National Mall & Memorial Parks, Washington, D.C. |
| | "Every officer in our navy should know by heart the deeds of John Paul Jones," President Theodore Roosevelt.
The American Revolution [Portrait of] John Paul Jones, 1747-1742
A bold captain--fearless even when facing the superior British Royal Navy--John Paul Jones ensured his place in American memory.
Jones, a recent Scottish immigrant, readily accepted an appointment in the new Continental Navy following the start of the American Revolution. He captained several ships . . . — Map (db m17764) |
| District of Columbia (Washington), The National Mall — John Paul Jones Memorial |
| | [North Face inscriptions - above and beneath Captain Jones' statue:] John Paul Jones
1747-1792
First to compel foreign man-of-war to strike colors to the Stars and Stripes.
[South Face inscriptions - above and beneath a bas relief rendering of Captain Jones raising the United States colors for the first time aboard an American man-o-war:]
"Surrender? I have not yet begun to fight!" In life he honored the flag. In death the flag shall honor him. — Map (db m19534) |
| Florida (Indian River County), Fellsmere — Fellsmere Veterans Memorial |
| | To honor those who served our country, guarding our shores in times of war and peace. — Map (db m14305) |
| Florida (Orange County), Orlando — "Lest We Forget" |
| | In memory of
the Orange County Boys
who gave their lives
in the World War
Erected by the Orlando Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution
aided by patriotic citizens of
Orange County 1924 — Map (db m7420) |
| Florida (Orange County), Orlando — Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge — Ardennes |
| | Dedicated to the gallant men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg, the greatest battle ever fought by the United States Army. The Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge assembled here on 16 December 1999 to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the ever famous American victory, and honor all World War II Veterans. — Map (db m7450) |
| Florida (Pinellas County), Dunedin — Purple Heart Memorial — Combat Wounded Veterans |
| | Dedicated to the recipients of this nation’s oldest military decoration, “The Purple Heart”
Military Order of the Purple Heart 1782 • 1932
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country’s way to show they care.
If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my time.
Erected by the Military Order of the Purple Heart
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my Country's way to show they care. If I could . . . — Map (db m13956) |
| Florida (Taylor County), Perry — F-380 — Perry Army Air Base |
| | The Perry Army Air Base of World War II stood in an 862 acre area south and west of this point.
The 441st and 312th Fighter Squadrons of the Third Army Air Force trained replacement pilots for combat units worldwide.
The 338th Fighter Group single engine aircraft included the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk, Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, and North American P-51 Mustang.
The first troops arrived on June 9, 1943, and last departed in early September, 1945. Approximately 120 pilots per month . . . — Map (db m17717) |
| Georgia (Bartow County), Kingston — 008-39 — Confederate Memorial Day |
| | First Decoration, or Memorial Day, was observed in Kingston in late April of 1865, and has been a continuous observance here since that day, the only such record held by any community in this Nation. The first Memorial, or Decoration Day, was observed while Federals still occupied this town, flowers being placed on both Confederate and Federal graves that day. Much credit is due the Dardens and other patriotic citizens of this town for their untiring efforts to keep alive memories of the gallant Confederates - greatest fighting men of all time. — Map (db m13976) |
| Georgia (Burke County), Waynesboro — 017-8 — Burke County's 8 Governors |
| | Historic Burke County, formerly St. George`s Parish, claims 8 Ga. Governors by birth, residence or marriage. JOHN HOUSTOUN (1744-1796), Rev. patriot, member of Continental Congress, Gov. 1778-1779 & 1784-1785, was born near present Waynesboro. LYMAN HALL (1724-1790), Ga. signer of the Declaration of Independence, Gov. 1783-1874, died at his plantation home, Shell Bluff, in Burke Co. EDWARD TELFAIR (1735-1807), member of Continental Congress, signer of Articles of Confederation, Gov. 1785-1787 & . . . — Map (db m7867) |
| Georgia (Burke County), Waynesboro — Colonels Twiggs and Few |
| | In Honor Of The Men Under Command
Of Colonel Twiggs And Colonel Few
Who Victoriously Defended The
Cause Of The American Revolution
At The Battle Of Burke Jail
In 1779
Erected by the Georgia Society and the Edmund Burke Chapter Daughters Of The American Revolution Of Waynesboro, Georgia
February 2, 1927 — Map (db m7902) |
| Georgia (Camden County), St. Marys — 020-3 — Washington Pump & Oak |
| | There were originally six wells one in each square, the only source of pure water for St. Marys, (until the tidal wave of 1818).
On the day that the Father of the Country was buried at Mt. Vernon local services were also held throughout the nation. St. Marys citizens marched to the dock to meet a boat bearing a flag draped casket; bore it up Osborn St. and with due ceremony and firing of guns, buried it where the Well known as the “Washington Pump” now is.
To mark the . . . — Map (db m14178) |
| Georgia (Candler County), Metter — Candler County War Memorial |
| | Dedicated to Those
Brave Men of Candler County Who
Paid the Supreme Sacrifice in
Defense of Their Country
Donated by the Citizens
of
Candler County
Memorial Day 1987
( Left Panel)
Honor Roll
World War II
Thomas Bragg • William A. Brinson • Levy Brown •
Ben Grady Collins • Wallace D. Collins • William Wright Collins •
Theodore H. Eiseman • John Forehand, Jr • J.G. Grice •
Boazie Hargrove • Ray E. Hooks • Clayton . . . — Map (db m19255) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-10 — Attack on British Lines — October 9, 1779 |
| | Over this ground, hallowed by the valor and the sacrifice of the soldiery of America and of
France, was fought October 9, 1779, one of the bloodiest battles of the Revolution when
Savannah, which the British had possessed for several months, was attacked by the combined American and French forces. A short distance west of this marker stood the famous Spring Hill Redoubt and along here ran the line of entrenchments built by the British around Savannah. After a three weeks siege, the Allies . . . — Map (db m5448) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Button Gwinnett |
| | This Memorial to
Button Gwinnett
Born 1735 Died 1777
Georgia Signer of The Declaration of Independence
President of Georgia
Whose remains, buried in this cemetery, are believed to lie entombed hereunder. Was erected by the
Savannah - Chatham County Historic Site and Monument Commission with monies contributed by
The State of Georgia - The City of Savannah
and the Georgia Societies Of The
Sons Of The Revolution, Daughters Of The American Revolution
Society of . . . — Map (db m5424) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-25 — Casimir Pulaski |
| | The great Polish patriot to whose memory this monument is erected was mortally wounded approximately one-half mile northwest of this spot during the assault by the French and American forces on the British lines around Savannah, October 9, 1779. General Pulaski was struck by a grapeshot as he rode forward, with customary ardor, from where his cavalry was stationed to rally the disorganized Allied columns. The fatal ball which was removed from his thigh by Dr. James Lynah of South Carolina is in . . . — Map (db m5483) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-54 — Chatham Artillery — "Washington Guns" |
| | These cannon, which were captured when Lord Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown in the American Revolution, were a gift to the Chatham Artillery by President George Washington - a mark of his appreciation for the part the local military company played in the celebration of his visit to Savannah in May, 1791.
Washington commended the Chatham Artillery in “warmest terms” and at one of the functions in his honor (which took place on the river bluff east of this spot) proposed a toast . . . — Map (db m5517) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-53 — Chatham Artillery — "Washington Guns" |
| | These bronze cannon were presented to the Chatham Artillery by President Washington after his visit to Savannah in 1791. Of English and French make, respectively, they are excellent examples of the art of ordnance manufacture in the 18th century. An inscription on the British 6 pounder states that it was “surrendered by the capitulation of York Town Oct. 19, 1781.” The English cannon was cast in 1758 during the reign of George II and the royal insignia and motto of the Order of the . . . — Map (db m5519) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Colonel Mordecai Sheftall |
| | 1735 - 1797
As Deputy Commissary General of Issues for Georgia
and South Carolina, Colonel Sheftall was the highest
ranking Jewish officer in the Revolutionary War.
Captured by the British in the Battle of Savannah,
Dec. 29, 1778, Sheftall was imprisoned for two years
at Antigua and later released in an exchange of
prisoners. — Map (db m6571) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-20 — Colonial Park |
| | This cemetery, the second in colonial Savannah, was the burying ground for the city from about 1750 until it was closed against burials in 1853. Among the distinguished dead who rest here are Archibald Bulloch, first President of Georgia; James Habersham, acting royal Governor of the Province, 1771-'73; Joseph Habersham, Postmaster General under three Presidents; Lachlan McIntosh, Major General, Continental Army; Samuel Elbert, Revolutionary soldier and Governor of Georgia; Capt. Denis L. . . . — Map (db m5313) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Flame of Freedom / Relighting the Flame |
| | (Right Marker):
Flame of Freedom
1919 - 1969
Dedicated to the
Glory of God
A fitting reminder of this precious heritage,
a tribute to all who offered their lives to
preserve it. A gift to our Community by the
American Legion to celebrate its founding
and Fifty years of One Hundred per cent
Americanism for God and Country
Chatham Post 36 · Cherokee Post 154 · Savannah Post 135 · Geo. K. Gannam Post 184 · W.P. Jordon Post 500
(List of . . . — Map (db m7311) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Gen. James Jackson Home Site |
| | Site of the Home
Presented By The State Of Georgia
— To —
Major General James Jackson
Born 1757 - Died 1806
Revolutionary Hero, Statesman,
And Governor Of Georgia
Placed By
The Savannah Chapter Of The
Daughters Of The American Revolution
1949 — Map (db m15082) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-7 — General Casimir Pulaski Sergeant William Jasper |
| | Near this spot two notable heroes of the American Revolution were mortally wounded in the ill-fated assault by the American and French forces upon the British lines here on October 9, 1779.
Brig. Gen. Casimir Pulaski, the famous Polish patriot, was fatally wounded by a grapeshot as he rode forward into the heavy fire from the British defenses located in this area.
Sergeant William Jasper fell a short distance west of this marker while attempting to plant the colors of the 2nd Regiment of . . . — Map (db m6698) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Jasper Spring |
| | At this spring
close by the entrenchments of
the British who held Savannah
Sargent
William Jasper
and Sargent
John Newton
in 1779, effected their heroic rescue of a
number of American Patriots who were
being taken to Savannah for military trial.
These prisoners were under a guard of ten
British soldiers. Sargents Jasper and Newton
had followed them for many miles almost within
sight of the British fortifications, the escort here
stacked arms. Two soldiers . . . — Map (db m9274) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-50 — Joseph Clay, Patriot |
| | A native of Yorkshire, Joseph Clay (1741-1804) settled at Savannah at the age of nineteen. His uncle, James Habersham, declared that his "industry" was "highly commendable" and "his Abilities for Trade unquestionable." Fulfilling his early promise, Clay prospered in Georgia as a merchant and rice planter. He was a staunch supporter of American right, served on the Council of Safety and in the Provincial Congress, and took part in the celebrated raid on the Royal Powder magazine at Savannah in . . . — Map (db m5364) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-71 — Madison Square |
| | Madison Square was laid out in 1839 and is named for the fourth President of the United States. Around the Square stand notable examples of Greek Revival, Gothic, and Romanesque architecture characteristic of nineteenth century Savannah.
To the west are St. John's Church (Episcopal), 1853, and Green-Meldrim mansion, 1861, (General W. T. Sherman’s headquarters). To the north is the Francis Sorrel residence, 1840, which was visited by General Robert E. Lee in 1862 when he commanded the . . . — Map (db m6377) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-49 — Major John Berrien (1759-1815) |
| | In 1775 John Berrien of New Jersey came to the province of Georgia, where one of his mother's kin had previously settled. His father, John Berrien (1711-1772), was a judge of the supreme court of New Jersey and a trustee of Princeton College. From the Berrien home at Rock Hill, N.J., General Washington issued his farewell address to the army in 1783.
At the age of 17 John Berrien was commissioned 2nd lieutenant in the first Georgia Continental brigade (1776). A few months later he was . . . — Map (db m5341) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-11 — Nathanael Greene, Maj. Gen., Continental Army — John Maitland, Lt. Col., 71st Regt. of Scotch Foot |
| | This tomb, known as the Graham vault, possesses the distinction of having been the burial place of two heroes of the Revolutionary War, one American and the other British.
Lt. Col. John Maitland of Lauder, Scotland, son of the 6th Earl of Lauderdale, won wide acclaim for his feat in bringing 800 Highlanders and Hessian troops by water from Beaufort to Savannah in Sept. 1779, under the eyes of the French fleet. The timely arrival of these reinforcements enabled Gen. Prevost to defend Savannah . . . — Map (db m5342) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 25-41 — Old City Exchange Bell |
| | This bell, which is believed to be the oldest in Georgia, bears the date 1802. Imported from Amsterdam, it hung in the cupola of the City Exchange from 1804 until a short time before that building was razed to make way for the present City Hall.
In its day, the bell signaled the closing time for shops and was rung by a watchman when fire broke out. Its rich tones were heard in celebration of American victories during the War of 1812.
It pealed a welcome to such distinguished visitors to . . . — Map (db m4913) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 026-23 — Pulaski Monument |
| | The monument erected in this Square to the memory of General Casimir Pulaski, who fell at Savannah in the cause of American Independence, was completed in 1854. The corner-stone was laid, with impressive ceremonies, October 11, 1853 - the 74th anniversary of the traditional date of the death of the famous Polish patriot. Dr. Richard D. Arnold was chairman of the Commissioners in charge of the erection of the
memorial for which $20,000 was collected by public subscription. The Designer of . . . — Map (db m5482) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Richardson-Owens-Thomas House — Marquis De Lafayette |
| |
In this house
designed by the
Architect
William Jay
in early 1800
Marquis De
Lafayette
was the guest of
the City of Savannah
March 19-21, 1825.
A friend of
Washington and a
defender of
American liberty
" Until now,sir,
you have only seen my ardor
in your cause; and that
may not, perhaps, be useless.
I shall purchase a ship which
will carry out your officers.
It is necessary to show
confidence in the future, and
it is in the . . . — Map (db m19823) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Savannah's Marine Corps Memorial |
| | ( North face )
[ Left Plaque ]
Erected 1947
By
The Savannah Detachment
Marine Corps League
—
Commandant - E.S. Dufour, Jr.
Vice Commandants -
Sol H. Passink and H.B. Acker
Adjutant - F.W. Hughes
Judge Advocate - L.C. Johnston
Chaplin - L. J. McEwen
Sargent-At-Arms - D.F. Knight
—
Chairman Of Monument Committee
William C. Harris
{ Marine Corps Emblem Globe and Anchor }
Semper Fidelis
[ Right Plaque ]
Dedicated
. . . — Map (db m13543) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 25-47 — Sergeant Jasper |
| | Sergeant William Jasper, the famed Revolutionary hero, was mortally wounded a few hundred yards northwest of this spot on October 9, 1779, in the ill-fated attack of the American and French forces on the British defenses around Savannah. The monument to Jasper in this Square was unveiled in 1888 with great ceremony. The 15½ foot bronze statue of Jasper was designed by the distinguished sculptor, Alexander Doyle of New York. The sculptor has depicted the heroic Sergeant bearing the colors . . . — Map (db m5455) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Spring Hill Redoubt |
| | ** Upon this spot stood the Spring Hill Redoubt.**
Here on October 9, 1779 one of the bloodiest engagements of the Revolution was fought when repeated assaults
were made by the allied troops of Georgia, South Carolina and France in an effort to retake Savannah from the British. — Map (db m5475) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 025-28 — Telfair Family Mansion — (1818 - William Jay, Architect) |
| | This building is one of the City's outstanding examples of Regency architecture. The main floor and basement kitchens are maintained as a historic house museum. The rotunda and west wing are later additions. It was left by Savannah's outstanding philanthropist, Mary Telfair, (1789-1875), relative of William Gibbons, friend of Peter Cooper, last surviving child of Edward Telfair (Revolutionary patriot and early Governor of Georgia) to house the Telfair Academy of Arts & Sciences which was . . . — Map (db m5524) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — The Chatham Artillery — 1786 |
| | On thefront,south side is inscribed:
Dedicate May 4, 1986
To honor the members of the
Chatham Artillery
Servants of God, Country,
State and Community
—
Soldiers in War
Patriots in Peace
On the east side is inscribed:
Chatham History 1786-1886
Organized May 1, 1786. Captain Edward Lloyd, former Sergeant Major at battle of Savannah was first commander. First duty in June 1786, was funeral honors for General Nathanael Greene.
Participated in . . . — Map (db m13371) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — The Georgia Volunteer — Spanish American Monument |
| | [South Face (front)]:
To those
Georgians who
volunteered and
served their
country in the
Spanish American
War
[North Face (back)]:
Spanish * War * Veterans
1898 - 1902
Philippine Islands, Cuba, Porto Rico, U.S.A.
[West Face, added in 1946]:
A Tribute to that
Soldier · Comrade · Citizen
William L. Grayson
1870 1941
1st. Lieut. Co. "M" 1st Regt. Ga. Vols.
Spanish American War
Commander Department of Georgia U.S.W.V.
1925 - . . . — Map (db m10589) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — Tondee's Tavern |
| | On this site stood in colonial times
Tondee's Tavern
where gathered The Sons Of Liberty — Map (db m6497) |
| Georgia (Chatham County), Savannah — 25-3 — Washington’s Southern Tour |
| | During his Southern tour of 1791, President George Washington attended services at the original Christ Church on Sunday, May 15. While in Savannah from May 12-15, Washington lodged at a house on the corner of Barnard and State streets on St. James (now Telfair)
Square, dined at Brown`s Coffeehouse with the society of Cincinnati , toured the ruins of the Revolutionary earthworks with general Lachlan McIntosh, was entertained at the Silk Filature on Reynolds Square and attended a large public . . . — Map (db m5696) |
| Georgia (Clinch County), Homerville — Clinch County World War II Memorial — (Georgia) |
| |
In Grateful
appreciation
of the
heroic service
and sacrifice
of her sons
and daughters
in World War II
This memorial
is erected by
Clinch County
All gave much
Some gave all
Army * Womans Aux * Aviation * Navy * Marine * Coast Guard — Map (db m23862) |
| Georgia (Dekalb County), Decatur — 044-29.5 — DeKalb County |
| | DeKalb County, created by Act of General Assembly Dec. 9, 1822 and including Fulton County until 1853, was named for Baron Johann DeKalb, a native German who fought gallantly for American freedom. Wounded and captured at the Battle of Camden, S.C., August 9, 1780, he died a British prisoner. Most of the early settlers of DeKalb County came from Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina.
First County Officers, commissioned March 18, 1822 in Fayette County, were: John S. Welch, Sheriff; Thomas A. . . . — Map (db m8753) |
| Georgia (Effingham County), Clyo — 051-19 — John Adam Treutlen |
| | On these lands stood the home of John Adam Treutlen, the first Governor of Georgia after the State obtained Independence, being elected in 1777 under the first Constitution of Georgia. A Salzburger, born about 1733, John Adam Treutlen came to Georgia at an early age with his widowed mother and brother. He was placed under the care and tutelage of Pastor John Martin Bolzius and became a teacher at Ebenezer and a leading official of Jerusalem Church.
Treutlen represented St. Matthew's Parish . . . — Map (db m7255) |
| Georgia (Effingham County), Rincon ( Ebenezer) — John Adam Treutlen |
| | [South Face]:
John Adam Treutlen
1733 - 1782
First Constitutional Governor
of
The State Of Georgia
Elected May 1777
[East Face]:
John Adam Treutlen
He was a member of the First Provincial Congress Of Georgia, meeting in Savannah July 4, 1775, and was appointed to the Committee of Safety, where he served with distinction. In May 1777, he was elected Governor of Georgia, the first under the State Constitution. His service was brave and brilliant. He thwarted . . . — Map (db m7645) |
| Georgia (Elbert County), Elberton — Battle of Cherokee Ford — 11 Feb. 1779 |
| | [Marker Front]:
In honor of the brave militia men under Robert Anderson, including Capt. William Baskin, Jr., James Little, John Miller, Joseph Pickens and Lt. Thomas Shanklin, who fought a superior Tory force led by Col. Boyd at the mouth of Van[n]'s Creek and the Savannah River. This encounter weakened Col. Boyd's Tories three days prior to the Battle of Kettle Creek.
[Marker Reverse]:
The first encounter with Col. Boyd occurred at the blockhouse where he was refused a . . . — Map (db m2760) |
| Georgia (Emanuel County), Swainsboro — Swainsboro Georgia Veterans Memorial |
| | [VFW Emblem Plaque] Dedicated
To the Glory of God and
To All Veterans Who Have
Served Their Country
In Peace or War — Map (db m20834) |
| Georgia (Glynn County), Brunswick — Glynn County War Memorial |
| | [Upper Tablet]:
Dedicated to
The men of Glynn County
who served their country and
to those named who gave their
lives for the preservation
of liberty and freedom
{Wreath emblem}
1917 The World War 1918
Arnold, Carle E. W., Jr. •
Barrow, Columbus E. •
Coney, William DeVoe •
Harrison, Lewis D. •
Houston, Malcom G. •
Johnson, Onica •
Leavy, Joseph DuBignon •
McRea, Jaems A. •
Ratcliffe, Eugene •
Ross, Henry Thomas •
Scarlett, Julian I. •
Stephens, . . . — Map (db m13130) |
| Georgia (Gwinnett County), Lawrenceville — 067-1 — Button Gwinnett |
| | Button Gwinnett, for whom this county was named, was born in Gloucestershire, England, in 1735, the son of a Church of England minister. He worked in the store of his father-in-law in Dexter for two years, then as an importer and exporter for three years. In 1765 he came to Georgia, opening a store in Savannah. The same year he sold his store, bought St. Catherines Island and moved onto it, becoming a familiar figure at Sunbury and Midway Church.
Button Gwinnett was elected Justice of the . . . — Map (db m16904) |
| Georgia (Henry County), McDonough — 075-1 — Henry County |
| | This County, created by Acts of the Legislature May 15 & December 24, 1821, is named for Patrick Henry, Revolutionary patriot, orator and statesman, largely responsible for the Bill of Rights and known best for his words “Give me liberty or give me death.” At Sharon Church seven miles east of here, founded Feb. 28, 1824, occurred the split between the Primitive and Missionary Baptists in Georgia. Among the first County Officers were: Sheriff James Fletcher, Clerk of Superior Court . . . — Map (db m21340) |
| Georgia (Jenkins County), Millen — Millen Flagpole |
| | This flagpole and flags were placed
here on April 30, 2000 by the
Jenkins County Development Authority
to honor all servicemen who served
in the American Revolution,
World War I, World War II,
The Korean Conflict, The Vietnam War.
and Desert Storm.
Arrangements Committee:
Hubert Reeves, Jr., Frank Edenfield,
E.J. Daniel, Bobby Dwelle, Rev. Bill Coggins — Map (db m13372) |
| Georgia (Liberty County), Midway — Brigadier General Daniel Stewart |
| | This Stone Marks The Spot Where
Beside His Wife And Children
Repose The Remains Of
Brigadier General
Daniel Stewart
in recognition of whose life
and services
The Congress
of the
United States
has reared a monument in
this cemetery.
He was one of the youthful
Patriots who fought to achieve
the Independence of America
and who later rendered signal
service to his country being brevetted
by the Legislature of Georgia
for bravery in the Indian . . . — Map (db m9193) |
| Georgia (Liberty County), Midway — Dr. Lyman Hall |
| | Dr. Lyman Hall was a Georgia signer of The Declaration Of Independence. He represented Saint John's Parish in the Continental Congress, and was a delegate from Georgia to the Second Continental Congress meeting in Philadelphia.
He was a founder of Sunbury and as Governor of Georgia (1783-1784) he gave strong support to education and religion. He was instrumental in obtaining the grant of land which led to the establishment of the University of Georgia.
Born in Wallingford, . . . — Map (db m8785) |
| Georgia (Liberty County), Midway — 89-17 — General James Screven — Killed in Battle Here |
| | On November 24, 1778, General James Screven
was mortally wounded in a battle fought near
this spot.
With General Screven in the action
were Major James Jackson, Colonel John White,
Capt. Celerine Brusard and Capt. Edward Young,
with 100 Continentals and 20 Mounted Miltia,
against a force of 400 British Regulars, Refugees
and Indians under Col. James Mark Prevost and
Col. Daniel McGirth. General Screven died from
his wounds the following day. — Map (db m16070) |
| Georgia (Liberty County), Midway — James Screven and Daniel Stewart |
| | [North Face]:
1750 1778
Sacred to the
Memory of
Brigadier General
James Screven
who fell, covered with wounds, at
Sunbury, near this spot, on the 22nd
day of November, 1778. He died
on the 24th day of November, 1778,
from the effects of his wounds.
[South Face]:
1759 1829
Sacred to the
Memory of
Brigadier General
Daniel Stewart
A gallant soldier in the
Revolution and an Officer
Brevetted for bravery in
the Indian . . . — Map (db m9191) |
| Georgia (Liberty County), Midway — Midway Museum |
| | Established by South Carolina Calvinists of English and Scottish extraction in 1752, the small settlement of Midway became `the cradle of the Revolutionary spirit in Georgia`. Two of Georgia`s three signers of the Declaration of Independence, Lyman Hall and Button Gwinnett, were sons of Midway, as were four Revolutionary Governors of the young state. Exhibits, documents and furnishings housed in the Midway Museum commemorate and reanimate the love of liberty which distinguished the Midway . . . — Map (db m8941) |
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