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George Washington
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By Bill Coughlin, August 21, 2012 | |
| | | 1. George Washington Marker | | |
Inscription.
The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Virginia have caused this Statue to be erected as a monument of affection and gratitude toGeorge Washingtonwho uniting to the endowments of the Hero, the virtues of the Patriot, and exerting both in establishing the Liberties of his Country, has rendered his name dear to his Fellow Citizens, and given the world an immortal example of true Glory. Done in the year of Christ one thousand seven hundred and eighty eight and in the year of the Commonwealth the twelfth.
Erected 1788 by Commonwealth of Virginia.
Marker series. This marker is included in the Markers Attached to Sculpture marker series.
Location. 37° 47.416′ N, 79° 26.109′ W. Marker is in Lexington, Virginia. Marker is on Letcher Avenue, on the right when traveling east. Click for map. Marker is located on the grounds of the Virginia Military Institute, south of the barracks. Marker is in this post office area: Lexington VA 24450, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. VMI World War II Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Jackson’s Classroom (within shouting distance of this marker); Virginia Military Institute Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); Barracks The Virginia Military Institute (within shouting distance of this marker); General Lemuel C. Shepherd Jr. (about 300 feet away, in a direct line); Stonewall Jackson (about 300 feet away); The Cadet Battery (about 300 feet away); Little Sorrel (about 300 feet away). Click for a list of all markers in Lexington. |
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By Bill Coughlin, August 21, 2012 | |
| | | 2. George Washington Statue at VMI | | |
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By Bill Coughlin, August 21, 2012 | |
| | | 3. George Washington Monument | | |
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By Bill Coughlin, August 21, 2012 | |
| | | 4. Closeup of George Washington | | |
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Credits. This page originally submitted on August 23, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of North Arlington, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 120 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 23, 2012, by Bill Coughlin of North Arlington, New Jersey.
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