Newkirk in Kay County, Oklahoma — The American South (West South Central)
Revolutionary War Patriots
1775 - 1783
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, September 9, 2024
1. Revolutionary War Patriots Marker
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.
Erected by Frontier District of Oklahoma Daughters of the American Revolution in honor of the 250th Anniversary of the United States.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1775.
Location. 36° 52.867′ N, 97° 3.247′ W. Marker is in Newkirk, Oklahoma, in Kay County. It is at the intersection of South Main Street (U.S. 77) and East 8th Street, on the left when traveling north on South Main Street. The marker is located in the plaza directly in front of the Kay County Courthouse. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 South Main Street, Newkirk OK 74647, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South, specifically
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Kay County War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Land of Hope (within shouting distance of this marker); African-Americans (within shouting distance of this marker); Kay County Abstract Building (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); City Hall & Opera House (about 400 feet away); Red Rose Garden Club (about 400 feet away); Newkirk (about 400 feet away); Cherokee Outlet... or Cherokee Strip? (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newkirk.
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, September 9, 2024
2. Revolutionary War Patriots Marker
Looking west; the Kay County Courthouse front entrance is in the background.
Photographed by Cosmos Mariner, September 9, 2024
3. Kay County Courthouse Oklahoma (northeast elevation)
The marker is located directly in front of the courthouse.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 11, 2024. It was originally submitted on October 11, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 138 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 11, 2024, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
