Salem in Essex County, Massachusetts — The American Northeast (New England)
Captain William Driver
1803-1886
1803 — 1886
In 1831 he named our Flag
Old Glory
A Gift to the City by the
Patriotic School Children of Salem
1968
Erected 1968 by Patriotic School Children of Salem.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical year for this entry is 1831.
Location. 42° 31.269′ N, 70° 53.928′ W. Marker is in Salem, Massachusetts, in Essex County. Marker is at the intersection of Summer Street and Essex Street, on the left when traveling north on Summer Street. Located in Captain William Driver Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 309 Essex Street, Salem MA, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. McIntire Historic District (here, next to this marker); The McIntire District (a few steps from this marker); The First Church In Salem 1629-1929 (within shouting distance of this marker); Nathaniel Bowditch House (within shouting distance of this marker); Samuel Curwen House & Store (within shouting distance of this marker); Alexander Graham Bell (within shouting distance of this marker); Doctor John G. Treadwell Medical Office (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Wesley United Methodist Church (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Salem.
Also see . . . Old Glory (Wikipedia). (Submitted on December 3, 2020, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 3, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 29, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 198 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 29, 2020, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Michael Herrick was the editor who published this page.