Marion in Grant County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

In Memory of David Branson

Photographed By Craig Doda, January 28, 2023

1. In Memory of David Branson Marker

Inscription. Early pioneer who, one century ago, in May 1831, donated for a courthouse the last half of this ground upon which this fountain stands.

Erected 1931 by General Francis Marion Chapter D. A. R.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Government & Politics • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical month for this entry is May 1831.

Location. 40° 33.494′ N, 85° 39.538′ W. Marker is in Marion, Indiana, in Grant County. Marker is on South Adams Street north of East 4th Street, on the left when traveling north. Located at the East entrance of the Grant County Courthouse in Marion, Indiana. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 101 East 4th Street, Marion IN 46952, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Grant County Veterans Memorial (here, next to this marker); World War I (a few steps from this marker); WW II Grant County (Indiana) Veterans Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Korean War Honor Roll - Grant County (Indiana) (a few steps from this marker); Persian Gulf Veterans Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Grant County Vietnam War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Martin Boots (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Marion.