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Photographer: Howard C. Ohlhous
Taken: April 17, 2008
Caption: Uncle Sam Monument - Oakwood Cemetery
Additional Description: Beside the grave stands a monument to Sam Wilson: U.S.
In Loving Memory
of
"Uncle Sam"
The name
originating with
Samuel Wilson
1766 --- 1854
during the War of 1812
and since adopted by
the United States.
Erected 1931
by his granddaughter
Marion Wilson(Sheldon) A U.S. flag, which is maintained by the local Boy Scout council, flies nearby.
Submitted: June 28, 2008, by Howard C. Ohlhous of Duanesburg, New York.
Database Locator Identification Number: p26390
File Size: 2.905 Megabytes

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