Riverfront in Wilmington in New Hanover County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

The Salvation Army

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 15, 2023

1. The Salvation Army Marker

Inscription.
On this site, Sunday, January 30, 1887, the Salvation Army Officers Adjutant William Beall and Captain and Mrs. Colburn commenced the work of the Salvation Army in Wilmington for the Glory of God and the betterment of mankind. This monument, erected in 1987, commemorates 100 years of Christian service to God and man in the Wilmington Area.
Dedicated May 9, 1987
Commissioner James Osborne
Territorial Commander
Major and Mrs. Cecil Brogden
Corps Officers

Erected 1987 by The Salvation Army.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Churches & Religion. A significant historical date for this entry is January 30, 1887.

Location. 34° 14.214′ N, 77° 56.7′ W. Marker is in Wilmington, North Carolina, in New Hanover County. It is in Riverfront. Marker is at the intersection of Princess Street and North 4th Street, on the left when traveling east on Princess Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wilmington NC 28401, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Gabriel Johnston (within shouting distance of this marker); StarNews Media Time Capsule (within shouting distance of this marker); America's Only Thunder Roll (within shouting distance of this marker); Colonel James Innes

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Thalian Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Freedom Flame (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); President William H. Taft (about 300 feet away); Replica of the Statue of Liberty (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wilmington.

Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 15, 2023

2. The Salvation Army Marker

(marker is located at northwest corner of the intersection)

Credits. This page was last revised on June 19, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 18, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 49 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 19, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.