Ocala in Marion County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)

In Peace and War

Ocala - Marion County Veterans Memorial Park

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 14, 2022

1. In Peace and War Marker

Inscription. Merchant Marine founded by Act of Continental Congress 1775. Their job getting troops, munitions, equipment and supplies where needed and provide critical logistical support. June 12, 1775 the first sea engagement of the revolution was the beginning of Merchant Marine’s roll in war. They have served during all wars since.

Sponsored by: American Merchant Marine Veterans
Ladies Assoc. Ocala Chapter

Erected by American Merchant Marine Veterans, Ladies Assoc. Ocala Chapter.

Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Military • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical date for this entry is June 12, 1775.

Location. 29° 11.175′ N, 82° 6.088′ W. Marker is in Ocala, Florida, in Marion County. Memorial can be reached from East Fort King Street, 0.1 miles south of East Silver Springs Boulevard. Marker located within the Ocala - Marion County Veterans Memorial Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2601 East Fort King Street, Ocala FL 34470, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Declaration of Independence (here, next to this marker); Naval Armed Guard Service (a few steps from this marker); Battle of Okinawa (a few steps from this marker); Korean War

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(a few steps from this marker); Lewis & Clark Expedition (a few steps from this marker); Military Bands (a few steps from this marker); 57th Army Air Forces Flying Training Detachment (a few steps from this marker); United States Merchant Marine (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ocala.

Also see . . . United States Merchant Marine History Bibliography. (Submitted on May 27, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)

Photographed By Brandon D Cross, May 14, 2022

2. In Peace and War Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 27, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 81 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 27, 2022, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.