Southside Historic District in Chattanooga in Hamilton County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)

Dedication of Rose Garden to all Veterans

Chattanooga Choo-Choo Terminal

Photographed by Don Morfe, July 27, 2013

1. Dedication of Rose Garden to all Veterans Marker

Inscription. This collection of roses is dedicated to all men and women of our country, both past, present & future, who have bravely served in our nation’s military forces. From all walks of life, these courageous individuals have dedicated themselves to the protection of our country and its citizens. Their heroic actions, however small or large, represent a strength of spirit that mirrows our great nation. To all of you, our military heroes, we are forever in your debt. May these beautiful roses serve as a dedication to your unselfish sacrifices.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, Vietnam • War, World I • War, World II.

Location. 35° 2.232′ N, 85° 18.336′ W. Marker is in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in Hamilton County. It is in the Southside Historic District. It is on Market Street north of Main Street. This marker is on the grounds of the Chattanooga Choo Choo Terminal. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Chattanooga TN 37408, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American South,

specifically

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in the Upper South,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Southern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the original Cherokee Nation,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Chattanooga Choo-Choo (within shouting distance of this marker); Chattanooga, a City of Historical Significance (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Chattanooga's Railroads (about 300 feet away); Military History of Chattanooga (about 300 feet away); Terminal Station (about 400 feet away); The Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hotel (about 400 feet away); a different marker also named Chattanooga Choo-Choo (about 500 feet away); A point in the 2D Line of Works (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chattanooga.

Other markers no longer nearby. Center of Fort Phelps (was about 600 feet away but has been confirmed missing); a different marker

Photographed by Don Morfe, July 27, 2013

2. Dedication of Rose Garden to all Veterans Marker

also named Center of Fort Phelps (was approx. 0.2 miles away but has been confirmed missing); East Angle of Fort Phelps (was approx. ¼ mile away but has been confirmed missing); Southeast Angle of Fort Phelps (was approx. 0.3 miles away but has been confirmed missing); Point in the 2D Line of Works (was approx. 0.3 miles away but has been confirmed missing).

Photographed by Don Morfe, July 27, 2013

3. Dedication of Rose Garden to all Veterans Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2013, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 526 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 13, 2013, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Al Wolf was the editor who published this page.