Centerville in Wayne County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
George Washington Julian
Photographed By Duane Hall, October 10, 2013
1. George Washington Julian Marker
(Side One)
A political leader defined by his moral convictions, Julian (1817-1899) advocated for abolition, equal rights and land reform, during a period marked by slavery, Civil War, monopolies, and discrimination against blacks, immigrants, and women. As U.S. Representative, 1849-1851, he supported legislation providing abolition and equal access to public lands.
(Side Two)
Julian, long-time Centerville resident, served as attorney in notable fugitive slave cases, 1850s. As U.S. Representative, 1861-1871, he demanded recognition of slavery as cause of Civil War and promoted rights of black freedmen; he proposed constitutional amendments granting suffrage regardless of race or sex, "equally, without any distinction or discrimination."
Erected 2013 by Indiana Historical Bureau, H. Clay & J. Rariden, Centerville-Center Township Public Library, and Indiana National Road Association. (Marker Number 89.2013.1.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Abolition & Underground RR • Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Indiana Historical Bureau Markers series list.
Location. 39° 49.069′ N, 84° 59.514′
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John Scott, 1793 (?)-1838 (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mansion House (about 600 feet away); Old Salisbury Court House (about 600 feet away); Pike Towns (approx. 0.2 miles away); Honor Roll (approx. ¼ mile away); The Stencil House 1820 (approx. 0.3 miles away); Wayne County Seminary (approx. 0.3 miles away); Early Masonic Hall (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Centerville.
Also see . . . George Washington Julian - Wikipedia entry. (Submitted on October 13, 2013.)
Photographed By Duane Hall, October 10, 2013
2. George Washington Julian Marker
Photographed By Duane Hall, October 10, 2013
3. George Washington Julian Marker
E. Main and N. Third streets
Photographed By Duane Hall, October 10, 2013
4. George Washington Julian Marker
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