Fredericksburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

Col. George Eskridge Memorial Tree

April 29, 1937

Photographed by Kevin W., July 10, 2008

1. Col. George Eskridge Memorial Tree Marker

Inscription. May this Oak Tree from "Sandy Point" Westmoreland Co. Virginia, home of Col. George Eskridge, who was guardian for Mary Ball, shelter her last resting place, as she in her early childhood was sheltered and protected by her beloved guardian. As descendants of our illustrious ancestor, we dedicate this tree to the memory of our countries noblest mother and her guardian, Col. George Eskridge.

Erected by Mrs. Elise Towson Coele, Sponsor.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Women. In addition, it is included in the Historic Trees series list.

Location. 38° 18.356′ N, 77° 28.144′ W. Marker is in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It can be reached from the intersection of Washington Avenue and Pitt Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Fredericksburg VA 22401, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area

and in Northern Virginia.

It is also in the American South

and specifically in the Upper South.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

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: Meditation Rock (here, next to this marker); The Mary Washington Monument (a few steps from this marker); Welcome (a few steps from this marker); Mary Washington Burial Site (within shouting distance of this marker); Religious Liberty (within shouting

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distance of this marker); Fredericksburg Granite (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Memorial Recreation Park (about 600 feet away); The Canal Ditch: Battlefield Obstacle (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fredericksburg.

Another marker is no longer nearby. The Canal Ditch (was about 600 feet away but has been replaced with another marker now near it).

Photographed by Kevin W., July 10, 2008

2. Col. George Eskridge Memorial Tree Marker

The Gordon Family cemetery is surrounded by the brickwall seen in this photo. The Gordons were 19th century owners of nearby Kenmore.

Col. George Eskridge Memorial Tree and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Kevin W., July 10, 2008

3. Col. George Eskridge Memorial Tree and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 15, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 3,164 times since then and 66 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 15, 2008, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.