Downtown in Trenton in Mercer County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
John Alexander Campbell
First President and Chairman of the Board
of the Soldiers and Sailors’ War Memorial
Building Commission
Industrialist Banker Philanthropist
whose kindly wisdom made his a happier generation
Erected by his associates from all walks of life Dedicated by his friend, A. Harry Moore, Governor of New Jersey
Erected 1939.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Industry & Commerce • Patriots & Patriotism.
Location. 40° 13.112′ N, 74° 46.11′ W. Marker is in Trenton, New Jersey, in Mercer County. It is in Downtown. This marker is on the front porch of the Trenton War Memorial; located between Lafayette Street and Memorial Drive near the end of Barrack Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Trenton NJ 08608, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. C. Edward Murray (here, next to this marker); James Kerney (here, next to this marker); John E. Curry Jr. (here, next to this marker); The Trenton War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Masonic Lodge Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Gen. George Washington (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old Barracks (about 300 feet away); Washington Elm (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Trenton.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,060 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. 2. submitted on December 30, 2013, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. 3. submitted on December 6, 2007, by Gary Nigh of Trenton, New Jersey. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.