Franklin in Johnson County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Johnson County Civil War Memorial
of the
Soldiers of Johnson Co.
In defense of the Union
1861 ———— 1865
— ∮— ( Relief ) — ∮—
This fountain is erected by
John T. Vawter
1905
Erected 1905 by John T. Vawter.
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1861.
Location. 39° 28.828′ N, 86° 3.312′ W. Marker is in Franklin, Indiana, in Johnson County. Marker is at the intersection of Jefferson Street and North Main Street, on the right when traveling east on Jefferson Street. Located on the North lawn of the Johnson County Courthouse in Franklin, Indiana. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Franklin IN 46131, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Johnson County War Memorial Honor Rolls (a few steps from this marker); Johnson County Revolutionary War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Johnson County Spanish American War Honor Roll (a few steps from this marker); Johnson County Court Houses (within shouting distance of this marker); Province Hospital (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Johnson County Museum of History (about 500 feet away); Birthplace of Paul Vories McNutt (approx. ¼ mile away); Birthplace of Roger D. Branigin (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Franklin.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 1, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 23, 2012, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 1,012 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. submitted on May 23, 2012, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.