Capitol Hill in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

The Minuteman Memorial Building

ROA National Headquarters

By Devry Jones, February 7, 2019

1. The Minuteman Memorial Building Marker

Inscription. The Reserve Officers Association of the United States was founded in 1922 by combat veterans of World War I at the request of their commander, General of the Armies John "Black Jack" Pershing. The Association holds a Congressional Charter to enhance the security of the nation by advocating for national preparedness, sustaining a strong Reserve force, and supporting the citizen warriors and their families who volunteer to serve and sacrifice for our country in war and peace.

Erected by The Reserve Officers Association.

Location. 38° 53.515′ N, 77° 0.35′ W. Marker is in Capitol Hill, District of Columbia, in Washington. Marker is on First Street Northeast (Alternate U.S. 1) south of Constitution Avenue Northeast, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 100 Constitution Avenue Northeast, Washington DC 20002, United States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Old Brick Capitol (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); United States Capitol (about 400 feet away); United States Capitol Grounds (about 500 feet away); From June to December, 1917 (about

By Devry Jones, February 7, 2019

2. The Minuteman Memorial Building Marker

500 feet away); The Sewall-Belmont House & Museum (about 600 feet away); Residence of Albert Gallatin (about 600 feet away); Alva Belmont House (about 600 feet away); Fiery Destruction (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Capitol Hill.

Categories. • Charity & Public Work • War, World I •

Credits. This page was last revised on February 10, 2019. This page originally submitted on February 7, 2019, by Devry Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 33 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 7, 2019, by Devry Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.