Rowlesburg in Preston County, West Virginia — The American South (Appalachia)
Rowlesburg Veterans Memorial
Photographed By Craig Swain, July 24, 2010
1. Rowlesburg Veterans Memorial
In honor of the men and women of the Rowlesburg area who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and in memory of those who gave their lives for their country.Erected 2002 by Veterans of Foreign Wars, Cannon Hill Post 3008.
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 39° 20.781′ N, 79° 40.192′ W. Marker is in Rowlesburg, West Virginia, in Preston County. Marker is at the intersection of Buffalo Street (State Highway 72) and Poplar Street, on the right when traveling north on Buffalo Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Rowlesburg WV 26425, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Downtown Rowlesburg (a few steps from this marker); Civil War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Tray Run Viaduct (within shouting distance of this marker); Independent Order of Odd Fellows Building and Property (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 32 South Church Street (about 400 feet away); 34 South Church Street
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Photographed By Craig Swain, July 24, 2010
2. Caboose
Behind the memorial is this caboose, configured as one used on B&O Railroad.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 4, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 574 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 4, 2010, by Craig Swain of Leesburg, Virginia.
