Stafford in Stafford County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
In memory of the Oklahoma City tragedy
April 15, 1995
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), May 30, 2020
1. In memory of the Oklahoma City tragedy Marker
In honor of those who came to their aid
[Ribbons are shown, with descriptions of the symbolism of the chosen colors:] Purple: Courage
Blue: Statehood (Our Flag)
White: Innocence
Yellow: Hope
Erected 1996 by The Citizens of Stafford County.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Government & Politics • Notable Events. A significant historical date for this entry is April 15, 1995.
Location. 38° 25.393′ N, 77° 24.577′ W. Marker is in Stafford, Virginia, in Stafford County. Marker can be reached from Courthouse Road (Virginia Route 630) just west of Jefferson Davis Highway (U.S. 1), on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1300 Courthouse Rd, Stafford VA 22554, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. In Memory of September 11, 2001 (a few steps from this marker); In Memory of the Virginia Tech Tragedy (within shouting distance of this marker); Lincoln Visit (within shouting distance of this marker); English Knot Garden (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Charles Adams Bryan (about 400 feet away); In Honor of Those Who Served
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Additional keywords. Acts of Terrorism, Terror in the Heartland, Oklahoma City Bombing
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), May 30, 2020
2. In memory of the Oklahoma City tragedy Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 30, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 30, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 127 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 30, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
