Lafayette in Tippecanoe County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Camp Tippecanoe
1861 - 1865
Photographed By Al Wolf, June 30, 2008
1. Camp Tippecanoe - - - 1861 - 1865 Marker
Inscription.
Camp Tippecanoe. May 1861 saw this high 30-acre bluff over-looking Lafayette quickly become an induction center for enlistees in the Civil War until its end in 1865. Ample water, good drainage and access to the railroad at its west end served the purpose well, however rough its shelters. Serving regional counties, several Indiana Regiments were organized here including the 10th, 15th, 20th, 40th, 72nd (a part of Wilder's famous "Lightning Brigade") and the 86th, as well as the 10th, 11th, and 16th Light Artillery Batteries attached to other units.
May 1861 saw this high 30-acre bluff over-looking Lafayette quickly become an induction center for enlistees in the Civil War until its end in 1865. Ample water, good drainage and access to the railroad at its west end served the purpose well, however rough its shelters. Serving regional counties, several Indiana Regiments were organized here including the 10th, 15th, 20th, 40th, 72nd (a part of Wilder's famous "Lightning Brigade") and the 86th, as well as the 10th, 11th, and 16th Light Artillery Batteries attached to other units.
Erected by Tippecanoe County Historical Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • Peace • War, US Civil. A significant historical year for this entry is 1861.
Location. Marker has been reported missing. It was located near 40° 24.255′ N, 86° 53.584′ W. Marker was in Lafayette, Indiana, in Tippecanoe County. Marker was at the intersection of Fourth Street (State Road 25) and Hickory Street, on the right when traveling south on Fourth Street. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Lafayette IN 47901, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Highland Park (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Highland Park
Additional keywords. Induction Center, Regiments organized
Photographed By Al Wolf, June 30, 2008
2. Marker at a Distance
The area is now grown to all residential homes and streets. A hilly and tree filled neighborhood.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 21, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 1, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 2,951 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on July 1, 2008, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
