Capitol District in Richmond, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
John Marshall Corps of Cadets
1915 • 1971
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, February 24, 2018
1. John Marshall Corps of Cadets Marker
at John Marshall High School
in 1915 was the first
military training program
in a public school in Virginia.
Dedicated to the thousands of
young men who wore the uniform
of the Corps of Cadets. This cadet
stands guard over the home of
Chief Justice John Marshall. From
1909 - 1960 John Marshall High School
proudly stood next to this national landmark.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1915.
Location. 37° 32.517′ N, 77° 26′ W. Marker is in Richmond, Virginia. It is in the Capitol District. Marker is on East Marshall Street west of North 9th Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 818 E Marshall St, Richmond VA 23219, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The John Marshall House (a few steps from this marker); The Residence of John Marshall (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named The John Marshall House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Richmond Female Institute / Woman's College of Richmond (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Murphy Hotel
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Photographed By Bernard Fisher, February 24, 2018
2. John Marshall Corps of Cadets Marker
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, February 24, 2018
3. Site of John Marshall High School
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 24, 2018, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 318 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on February 24, 2018, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
