Old Town in Alexandria, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Alexandria Post No. 24, American Legion
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 26, 2019
1. Alexandria Post No. 24, American Legion Marker
This structure stands on the site of a late eighteenth-century brick dwelling, part of a complex owned by John Wise and leased to John Gadsby, both noted Alexandria tavern keepers.
The Alexandria Post No. 24, American Legion, purchased the Gadsby Tavern Complex in 1929 to save it for historic preservation. The Post deeded the complex to the city of Alexandria in 1972, with the proviso that it continue to use space within this building as its headquarters in perpetuity.
Erected by Kate Waller Barrett Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Industry & Commerce. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 2001.
Location. 38° 48.344′ N, 77° 2.626′ W. Marker is in Alexandria, Virginia. It is in Old Town. It is on Cameron Street west of North Royal Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 400 Cameron Street, Alexandria VA 22314, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area and in Northern Virginia. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Upper South, and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: World War I Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Vietnam War Memorial (a few steps from
this page online
Another marker is no longer nearby. The Gadsby's Tavern Ice Well (was a few steps from this marker but has been permanently removed).
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), January 26, 2019
2. Alexandria Post No. 24, American Legion Marker
National Park Service, Thomas Stone National Historic Site, June 23, 2021
3. Looking east towards three markers.
1. Alexandria Post No. 24, American Legion
2. World War I
3. For God and Country
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 16, 2024
4. Nearby dedication plaque for Sidney Weil
Sidney Weil
Commander Alexandria Post #24
1930-31
The American Legion
Based on the information in the main plaque, Weil would have been one of the first commanders after the post moved to its current location in 1929.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 17, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 26, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 560 times since then and 40 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 26, 2019, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. 3. submitted on June 26, 2021. 4. submitted on March 17, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
