Ellijay in Gilmer County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Revolutionary War Patriots
This marker commemorates the men and women who achieved American independence. These Patriots, believing in the noble cause of liberty, fought valiantly to found a new nation.
1775 - 1783
Presented by Captain James Kell Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Erected by Captain James Kell Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1775.
Location. 34° 41.704′ N, 84° 28.988′ W. Marker is in Ellijay, Georgia, in Gilmer County. Marker is at the intersection of South Dalton Street and Broad Street, on the left when traveling north on South Dalton Street. The marker is located on the Gilmer County Superior Court Building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Broad St, Ellijay GA 30540, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 9 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. David Bailey Freeman - The Youngest Confederate Soldier (a few steps from this marker); Gilmer County (within shouting distance of this marker); Gilmer County War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Hetzel (approx. 0.9 miles away); Home of Chief Whitepath (approx. 4.7 miles away); Cartecay Methodist Church (approx. 6.4 miles away); Oakland Academy (approx. 6.9 miles away); Ebenezer Baptist Church (approx. 8.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Ellijay.
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