Fredericksburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
1856
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation
Owned by
Tongue descendants until 1977
Erected by Historic Fredericksburg Foundation. (Marker Number 72.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1856.
Location. 38° 18.426′ N, 77° 27.698′ W. Marker is in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Marker is on Caroline Street (Business U.S. 17) north of Fauquier Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1309 Caroline St, Fredericksburg VA 22401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Rising Sun Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); 1883 (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Rising Sun Tavern (within shouting distance of this marker); 1868 (within shouting distance of this marker); Fredericksburg Campaign (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Pontoon Bridge Site (about 300 feet away); 7th Michigan Volunteer Infantry (about 300 feet away); Fire on Caroline Street (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fredericksburg.
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