Winchester, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Cannon Used by George Washington
George
Washington
in defence of
Fort Loudoun
1756
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • War, French and Indian. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1756.
Location. 39° 10.946′ N, 78° 10.05′ W. Marker is in Winchester, Virginia. Memorial is on West Cork Street (U.S. 50) just east of South Braddock Street (U.S. 50), on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 32 W Cork St, Winchester VA 22601, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. George Washington (here, next to this marker); Braddock Cannon (a few steps from this marker); Washington’s Office (a few steps from this marker); Washington Becomes a Burgess for Frederick County (a few steps from this marker); Peggy Wolfe McKee, Mary Bruce Glaize, Martha Wolfe (within shouting distance of this marker); James R. Wilkins, Sr. (within shouting distance of this marker); Braddock Street United Methodist Church (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Photos of Old Town Winchester (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winchester.
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