Lafayette in Allen County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden
Photographed By Michael Baker
1. Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden Marker
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Veterans Monument
This Civil War monument was erected in 1903 to honor LaFayette-Jackson Township's Civil War soldiers. Over the course of the twentieth century, it became the focal point of the annual Memorial Day ceremonies and has come to represent all soldiers, living and dead, who bravely left their homes to serve their country. This historic statue stands as a reminder of the sacrifices made on our behalf and as a testament to the thankfulness of our community.
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Memorial Garden
The Memorial Garden was added in 2003. The names of those men and women who set the course of liberty, our veterans, are etched in bricks placed within the original fence. Names of other individuals and families to be remembered and honored are included in the garden area. The 100 year-old statue was restored and rededicated in 2003. A time capsule is buried beneath this marker, to be opened in another 100 years.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Time Capsules series list.
Location.
Photographed By Michael Baker
2. Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden Marker
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. LaFayette - Jackson Township Civil War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); McKee's Hill (approx. 1.2 miles away); P-39 Airacobra Crash Site (approx. 2 miles away); The Hog Creek Settlement (approx. 3.4 miles away); Harrod (approx. 3½ miles away); a different marker also named Harrod (approx. 3.8 miles away); Workman's Crew Caboose (approx. 3.8 miles away); 1905 Shay Engine (approx. 3.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lafayette.
Regarding Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden. As of 3/5/2018 the statue referenced is not in place, but is out for another repair/refurbish.
Photographed By Michael Baker
3. Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden Marker
Photographed By Michael Baker
4. Veterans Monument / Memorial Garden Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 6, 2018. It was originally submitted on March 5, 2018, by Michael Baker of Lima, Ohio. This page has been viewed 233 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 5, 2018, by Michael Baker of Lima, Ohio. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
