Related Historical Markers

via Wikipedia, 1898

Mary Ann Ball

SHOWN IN SOURCE-SPECIFIED ORDER

1 ► Ohio, Knox County, Mount Vernon — 3-42 — Mary Ann Ball — “Mother Bickerdyke” —

Mary Ann Ball was born in this vicinity in 1817 and began her nursing career at age 20. When the Civil War broke out in 1861, Mary at the age of 45 went to the soldiers' aid. Ignoring rank, protocol, and allegiance, she pursued fearlessly and with . . . — — Map (db m12723) HM

2 ► Kansas, Russell County, Russell — Mary "Mother" Bickerdyke — Civil War Nurse — 1817 - 1901 —

This stepping stone came from her home at 706 Lincoln St. in Russell Ks. — — Map (db m95522) HM

3 ► Illinois, Alexander County, Cairo — Great River Road Information Kiosk —

Great River Road The Great River Road in Illinois follows the Mississippi River through the heart of the nation. Discover exciting history, thriving river cultures, beautiful natural areas, abundant wildlife, and bountiful agriculture as you . . . — — Map (db m302259) HM

4 ► Illinois, Knox County, Galesburg — Mary A. Bickerdyke — 1817 - 1901 —

In recognition of her patriotic and heroic devotion to the Boys in Blue in camp, in hospital and on the field. The state of Illinois has under the auspices of the Mother Bickerdyke Memorial Association erected this statue 1904 — — Map (db m229140) HM WM

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