French Quarter in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)

To the French Patriots of 1768

Photographed By James Hulse, January 12, 2023

1. To the French Patriots of 1768 Marker

Inscription. To the French patriots of 1768 who in revolt against the transfer of the province of Louisiana from France to Spain first voiced in America the principle of self-determination of nations.

In tribute to their tragic fate and to the principle which they invoked this tablet is dedicated by "Spirit of "76" and "New Orleans" Chapters Daughters of the American Revolution.

Erected 1930 by "Spirit of "76" and "New Orleans" Chapters Daughters of the American Revolution.

Topics and series. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • 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 1768.

Location. 29° 57.453′ N, 90° 3.83′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the French Quarter. Memorial is at the intersection of Chartres Street and St. Peters, on the left when traveling north on Chartres Street. The marker is located on the wall in front of the Louisiana State Museum building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 701 Chartres Street, New Orleans LA 70130, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Cabildo (here, next to this marker); Don Bernardo de Galvez (here, next to this marker); Napoleon 12-pounder cannon

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(here, next to this marker); Spanish cannon (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named The Cabildo (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named The Cabildo (a few steps from this marker); Upper Pontabla Building (within shouting distance of this marker); David Bannister Morgan (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in New Orleans.

Photographed By James Hulse, January 12, 2023

2. To the French Patriots of 1768 Marker

The marker is located on the right side of the two markers

Credits. This page was last revised on April 29, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 29, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 83 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 29, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.