Port Clinton in Ottawa County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Gratitude Train
Photographed By Craig Doda, April 16, 2022
1. Gratitude Train Marker
One of 48 railroad cars sent to the
United States by the people of France
after World War II loaded with
gifts n gratitude for the gifts sent
to France by the people of the
United States.The plaques depict the coats of arms of the provinces of France.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • War, World II. In addition, it is included in the Merci Train Boxcars series list.
Location. 41° 32.552′ N, 83° 1.214′ W. Marker is in Port Clinton, Ohio, in Ottawa County. Marker is on Niagra Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Port Clinton OH 43452, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Ohio Forty and Eights Box Car (here, next to this marker); Merci Train (here, next to this marker); M4 Sherman (a few steps from this marker); Nike Hercules Missile (a few steps from this marker); M1 Abrams (within shouting distance of this marker); M42 Duster (within shouting distance
Photographed By Craig Doda, April 16, 2022
2. Gratitude Train Marker
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Photographed By Craig Doda, April 16, 2022
3. Gratitude Train Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 10, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 26, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 51 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 26, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
