Emmitsburg in Frederick County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Francis Xavier Elder
Francis Xavier Elder
Son of
James B. & Sarah B. Elder
Born June 30, 1893
Killed in action Oct 11, 1918
Belleau Woods, Alcaise Argonne Forest
He was the first volunteer from Emmitsburg and a third degree member of the AC of C
May his soul rest in peace
Topics. This memorial is listed in this topic list: War, World I.
Location. 39° 42.315′ N, 77° 19.604′ W. Marker is in Emmitsburg, Maryland, in Frederick County. Memorial is at the intersection of North Seton Avenue (Business U.S. 15) and West N Avenue, on the left when traveling north on North Seton Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 105 North Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg MD 21727, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Emmitsburg Maryland Roll of Honor World War II (here, next to this marker); Viet Nam Conflict Memorial (here, next to this marker); Operation Urgent Fury and Lebanese Civil War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Korean War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Operation Just Cause Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Persian Gulf Memorial (a few steps
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