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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Orange County, Florida

 
Clickable Map of Orange County, Florida and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Orange County, FL (269) Brevard County, FL (344) Lake County, FL (66) Osceola County, FL (120) Polk County, FL (134) Seminole County, FL (152) Volusia County, FL (442)  OrangeCounty(269) Orange County (269)  BrevardCounty(344) Brevard County (344)  LakeCounty(66) Lake County (66)  OsceolaCounty(120) Osceola County (120)  PolkCounty(134) Polk County (134)  SeminoleCounty(152) Seminole County (152)  VolusiaCounty(442) Volusia County (442)
Orlando is the county seat for Orange County
Adjacent to Orange County, Florida
      Brevard County (344)  
      Lake County (66)  
      Osceola County (120)  
      Polk County (134)  
      Seminole County (152)  
      Volusia County (442)  
 
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101 Florida, Orange County, Maitland — Fort Maitland / Maitland / Lake Maitland1838 — Directly east of this highway —
On S. Orlando Avenue (U.S. 17 & 92) at Lake Lily Drive, on the right when traveling north on S. Orlando Avenue.
Fort Maitland was built in November 1838 by Lt. Col. Alexander C. W. Fanning, U.S.A. (1788-1848) on the military road connecting Fort Melon (Sanford) with Fort Gatlin (Orlando) and used as a stockade in the war between the United States and the . . . Map (db m7452) HM
102 Florida, Orange County, Maitland — Lake Lily
On Lake Lily Drive west of South Orlando Avenue (U.S. 17/92), on the right when traveling west.
The historic road around Late Lily was first used as a Native American path. During the Second Seminole War, it became a military supply route between Fort Mellon (now Sanford) and Fort Gatlin (now Orlando.) Ft. Maitland (located East of the park) . . . Map (db m197016) HM
103 Florida, Orange County, Maitland — F-523 — Lake Lily DriveA Florida Heritage Site
Near Lake Lily Drive (now a footpath).
This road was the first direct route from Northeast Florida to Maitland. It followed Maitland Avenue around this west side of Lake Lily and continued south on what is now Highway 17-92. During the Second Seminole War the United States Army used this . . . Map (db m13636) HM
104 Florida, Orange County, Maitland — F-522 — Railroading in Maitland
On Lake Lily Drive at Central Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Lake Lily Drive.
Before the railroad to Lake Maitland, travelers boarded a steamboat in Jacksonville for the trip up the St. Johns River to Sanford. The St. Johns River is one of only three rivers in the United States that flows from south to north. Landing at . . . Map (db m52452) HM
105 Florida, Orange County, Maitland — 83001434 — William H. Waterhouse ResidenceBuilt in 1884
Near Lake Lily Drive south of Maitland Avenue South, on the left when traveling south.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior July 15, 1983Map (db m52521) HM
106 Florida, Orange County, Ocoee — F-1078 — Orange County Election Day Violence/ Ocoee Massacre and Exodus
On North Lakeshore Drive at Oakland Avenue, on the right when traveling south on North Lakeshore Drive.
Orange County Election Day Violence Leading up to Election Day on November 2, 1920, the Ku Klux Klan and the United Confederate Veterans held rallies and parades to discourage African Americans from voting. County officials arranged for . . . Map (db m160890) HM
107 Florida, Orange County, Ocoee — The Christian ChurchOcoee Historical Site
On South Bluford Avenue at McKey Street, on the right when traveling south on South Bluford Avenue.
This church was built in 1891 by Gen. William T. Withers. The General died before the construction was completed, but Mrs. Withers finished the job in her husband's honor. The land was donated by Cpt. Sims. The church is Gothic architecture. The . . . Map (db m146480) HM
108 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — "Lest We Forget"
Near E. Washington Street, 0.1 miles west of N. Eola Drive.
In memory of the Orange County boys who gave their lives in the World War. Erected by the Orlando Chapter - Daughters of the American Revolution, aided by patriotic citizens of Orange County, 1924. Map (db m7420) WM
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109 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Lone Sailor Memorial of Central FloridaNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Honoring Sailors The Central Florida Council of the U.S. Navy League chose The Lone Sailor statue to honor ove 652,000 Sailors (men and women) who started their naval careers at the former U.S. Navy Recruit Training Center in Orlando, . . . Map (db m187307) HM
110 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — 1972 B-52 Crash
On South Conway Road at Merryweather Drive, on the right when traveling south on South Conway Road.
At 11:20 a.m. on March 31, 1972, a 306th Bombardment Wing B-52D Stratofortress bomber stationed at nearby McCoy Air Force Base (now Orlando International Airport) crashed on this site. The plane, which was not carrying any weapons, had left McCoy . . . Map (db m223557) HM
111 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — 1972 B-52 Crash Memorial
Near Glenridge Way at Lake Baldwin Lane, on the right when traveling east.
In memory of Lt. Col. George P. Gamache • Lt. Col. William E. Kesler Maj. James J. Hammons • Capt. Wendell W. Campbell, Jr. Capt. Barry E. Applebee • Capt. Robert W. Heatherly Msgt. Allan H. Murray Who slipped the surly bonds of . . . Map (db m212346) WM
112 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — A City Within A CityNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
There were several different commands at Naval Training Center (NTC) Orlando. Although Recruit Training Command (RTC) was only one of these, it was the largest. RTC provided the training that turned men and women civilians into Sailors. NTC was . . . Map (db m187052) HM
113 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Army SPC Jeffrey M. WershowCorporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum
Near North Tanner Road, 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
Army SPC Jeffrey M. Wershow Gainesville, FL July 6, 2003, Age 22 Map (db m211985) WM
114 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Arrival at Recruit Training Command OrlandoNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue at Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
A New Life From the seconds the recruits got off the bus at RTC Orlando they knew life would be different. The goal was to turn a civilian into a professional sailor in under eight weeks. In the first week, a recruit was given a . . . Map (db m186894) WM
115 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-401 — Astronaut John Watts Young
On West Princeton Street, 0.1 miles east of North Westmoreland Drive, on the right when traveling north.
John Watts Young, NASA astronaut, Gemini veteran, Apollo moonwalker, and space shuttle commander, was the first American to travel in space six times. As an Orlando High School student, Young lived in this house at 815 West Princeton Street from . . . Map (db m72371) HM
116 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-904 — Atlantic Coastline Station
On Sligh Boulevard at West Copeland Drive, on the right when traveling south on Sligh Boulevard.
(side 1) In 1880, the South Florida Railroad built a railway through Orlando. The small community boomed with land speculators, citrus and cattle investors, and tourists. In 1902, the larger Atlantic Coastline Railroad acquired the South . . . Map (db m100895) HM
117 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Babe Ruth DayMarch 10, 1927 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
In what the Sentinel called Orlando’s “greatest baseball holiday in history,” Babe Ruth and the American League Champion New York Yankees took the field against the Cincinnati Reds at 3:30 on Thursday, March 10, 1927. The much anticipated day was . . . Map (db m189083) HM
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118 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Banner Dam(Control Structure 51)
Near Harrell Road, 0.4 miles north of East Colonial Drive (Florida Route 50), on the left when traveling north.
One of five structures built by Orange County Public Works for flood control in the Little Econlockhatchee River Completed in 1968 Orange County Government FloridaMap (db m170339) HM
119 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Blue Jacket Recruit Bronze Statue Honoring Our Women SailorsNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Meet Sparky Our statue is the first of its kind. It was locally designed and fabricated, and was installed on March 21, 2018 on the 101st anniversary of the first woman to enlist in the Navy. she stands 6’7” to match the scale of The . . . Map (db m187355) HM
120 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Bumby Hardware
On West Church Street at Gertrude's Walk, on the right when traveling east on West Church Street.
Joseph Bumby, Sr. came from Great Britain in 1873. He started selling hay, grain and fertilizer from a warehouse on Church Street. When the railroad arrived in 1880 his warehouse was used as the depot and he was the ticket agent. In 1886, Bumby . . . Map (db m132082) HM
121 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — BunkerCorporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum
Near North Tanner Road, 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
Bunker ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶ ✶ On this 29th day of May 1993 We dedicate this building to all Vietnam Veterans, our brothers & sisters who came home and those who didn’t, in service to our community. . . . Map (db m212038) WM
122 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-475 — Carver Court Public Housing Complex
On South Westmoreland Street at Cypress Street, on the right when traveling north on South Westmoreland Street.
Built in 1945 for $468,700, Carver Court was a public housing development set up by the Orlando Housing Authority in an effort to stimulate the economy, resolve growing slum and housing problems, and meet local demands associated with the massive . . . Map (db m72387) HM
123 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-475 — Carver Court Public Housing Complex
On Jernigan Avenue at South Lee Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Jernigan Avenue.
Built in 1945 for $468,700, Carver Court was a public housing development set up by the Orlando Housing Authority in an effort to stimulate the economy, resolve growing slum and housing problems, and meet local demands associated with the massive . . . Map (db m72407) HM
124 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Cheney Dam(Control Structure 52)
Near East Colonial Drive (Florida Route 50) west of Central Park Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
One of five structures built by Orange County Public Works for flood control in the Little Econlockhatchee River Completed in 1970 Orange County Government FloridaMap (db m170340) HM
125 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Clark C. Griffith1869 - 1955 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
This memorial is dedicated to the memory of the late Clark C. Griffith who brought the Washington Senators to spring training in Orlando, Florida in 1936. He devoted more than 65 years of his life to baseball. A distinguished member of . . . Map (db m188813) HM
126 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Clark Griffith and the Washington SenatorsMarch 24, 1936 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
In 1936 Clark Griffith and The Washington Senators made Tinker Field their Spring Training home, establishing a new era of America’s favorite pastime in Orlando. At the onset of The Great Depression, Major League Baseball interests waned in . . . Map (db m189085) HM
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127 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Combat Wounded VeteransOrlando Veterans Memorial Park
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East.
My Stone Is Red For The Blood They Shed. The Medal I Bear Is America’s Way To Show It Cares. If I Could Be Seen By All Mankind Maybe Peace Will Come In My Lifetime. Dedicated to the Everlasting Memory of All Veterans . . . Map (db m143451) WM
128 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Day in the Life of a RecruitNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Basic Training/Boot Camp Training Included: • Firefighting • First Aid • Marksmanship • Ranks/Insignia • Physical training • Uniform regulations • Confidence chamber (tear gas)
Service . . . Map (db m187035) HM
129 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Don Miguel Hidalgo y CostillaLake Eola Park
Near North Eola Drive at East Central Boulevard.
Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla "Father of the Homeland" May 8, 1753 – July 30, 1811 Initiated Mexico’s movement of independence on September 16, 1810, leading the people in its fight towards national freedom. On . . . Map (db m166425) HM
130 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Dr. Phillips House
Near North Lucerne Circle East, 0.1 miles west of Delaney Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the InteriorMap (db m132197) HM
131 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-838 — Eppes-Shine Plot Greenwood Cemetery
Near Greenwood Street, 0.3 miles east of South Mills Avenue when traveling east.
(side 1) Buried here are members of the Eppes and Shine families, descendants of President Thomas Jefferson, the author of the Declaration of Independence and the Statute of Virginia for Religious Freedom, and the father of the University . . . Map (db m93096) HM
132 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Fleet Reserve Association
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East.
Fleet Reserve Assn The Delbert D. Black Branch 117 Orlando, Fl. Fleet Reserve Association Dedicated to Navy, Marine Corps And Coast Guard Veterans Who Have Served The United States Of America With Honor . . . Map (db m143498) WM
133 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Fort Gatlin 1838
On Gatlin Avenue at South Summerlin Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Gatlin Avenue.
Marking the site of Fort Gatlin 1838 Military OutpostMap (db m54077) HM
134 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Fort Gatlin's Early Settlers • Native American History
Near Summerlin Avenue at Gatlin Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Fort Gatlin's Early Settlers A small civilian population concentrated around Fort Gatlin as a result of the Armed Occupation Act of 1842. The Act offered 160 acres to anyone who stayed five years, built a cabin, cultivated five acres of . . . Map (db m220784) HM
135 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — G.A.R. Memorial
Near Greenwood Street east of South Mills Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
G.A.R. In memory of the Army and Navy 1861-65 To our unknown soldier deadMap (db m212355) WM
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136 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — GraduationNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Dedication and Hard Work Pay Off Graduation occurred after eight weeks of intensive training. Brother and Sister Companies conducted a Pass in Review for the official party, typically a high-ranking Naval Officer or a congressman. If they . . . Map (db m187046) HM
137 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-808 — H. H. Dickson Azalea Park / Washington Street Bridge
On Rosearden Drive at East Washington Street, on the right when traveling south on Rosearden Drive.
H. H. Dickson Azalea Park Dickson Azalea Park began as a natural stream, later named Fern Creek, in a deep ravine surrounded by native ferns, palms, and oaks. It once was a watering hole for cattle herders driving their animals south. State . . . Map (db m93268) HM
138 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Hankins Building319 S. Parramore Avenue
On West South Street at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on West South Street.
Dr. I.S. Hankins constructed this Art Deco commercial building in 1947 making it one of the first Black-Owned and Operated Professional buildings. Dr. Hankins was an early African American physician and a key civic leader involved in city boards, . . . Map (db m188581) HM
139 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Harmon Killebrew at Tinker Field1954 - 1974 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
Of all the Major League Baseball legends to set foot on Tinker Field, none would frequent the park more often and with as much respect and affection as Harmon Killebrew. In 1954, the 17-year-old slugger joined Clark Griffith’s Senators and . . . Map (db m230305) HM
140 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Historical Hollywood Landmark
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Established in February, 1904, the Hollywood Hotel became world famous for its celebrity guests and parties. During the 1930's Louella Parson's popular radio broadcasts were made from the hotel. Thursday night dances were held every week for 53 . . . Map (db m243047) HM
141 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Holden-Parramore Historic District
On West South Street, 0.1 miles west of South Division Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Holden-Parramore Historic District Placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior September 23, 2009 The Holden-Parramore Historic District is . . . Map (db m241089) HM
142 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Honoring Women Sailors of the Navy’s First Co-Ed Boot CampNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue just north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Prior to 1972, women who enlisted as recruits were trained exclusively at U.S. Naval Training Center, Bainbridge, Maryland. At RTC Orlando, women were trained in the same manner as the men. They were housed in a three story, air . . . Map (db m187313) HM
143 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Italian American War Veterans Of The United States
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East.
Italian American War Veterans Of The United States Post #4 Department of Florida Veterans Dedicated To Helping Veterans Mickie Abbott • Catherine Alessandri • Andrew Amoroso • Anthony Angelillo • Carmen Anzivino • Eugene . . . Map (db m143568) WM
144 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — J. P. Musselwhite & Family
Near E. Robinson Street (State Road 526) at Cathcart Avenue.
In memory of and tribute to J. P. Musselwhite, public spirited citizen, who was the donor of most of the land on the east and north sides of Lake Eola for public park purposes, and his surviving family, Troy C. Musselwhite and Agnes Musselwhite . . . Map (db m7449) HM
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145 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-806 — Jack Kerouac House
On Clouser Avenue at Shady Lane Drive, on the left when traveling north on Clouser Avenue.
Writer Jack Kerouac (1922-1969) lived and wrote in this 1920s tin-roofed house between 1957 and 1958. It was here that Kerouac received instant fame for publication of his bestselling book, On the Road, which brought him acclaim and . . . Map (db m93196) HM
146 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" RobinsonMarch 17, 1953 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
Jackie Robinson first set foot at Tinker Field with the National League Champion Brooklyn Dodgers on March 17, 1953 against the hometown Washington Senators. The game drew an all-time record crowd of 6,550 fans in a stadium with fewer than 4,000 . . . Map (db m191092) HM
147 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Joe Tinker and the Original StadiumApril 19, 1923 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
Orlando celebrated Opening Day at Tinker Field on April 19, 1923. All businesses closed at noon for the city holiday and gates opened at 2:45 as Mayor Duckworth gave the dedication. More than 1,700 fans from across Central Florida came to see the . . . Map (db m189079) HM
148 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-932 — John R. Mott House Site
On North Eola Drive at East Washington Street, on the right when traveling south on North Eola Drive.
Built in 1920, the former house at 528 E. Washington Street was once home to Nobel Peace Prize winner John Raleigh Mott (1869-1955). As general secretary of the National War Work Council, a World War I era Young Men’s Christian Association . . . Map (db m111212) HM
149 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Jose P. RizalJune 19, 1861 – December 30, 1896 — Lake Eola Park —
Near North Eola Drive at East Central Boulevard.
Physician, Poet, Novelist, Linguist, Artist, Patriot, Architect of Filipino Unity and the Soul of the Philippine struggle for Freedom and Independence. “There Are No Tyrants Where There Are No Slaves” . . . Map (db m166423) HM
150 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Joshua Gibson and Shirley PovichApril 5, 1939 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
On the last night of Spring Training 1939, The Orlando Inter-Racial Committee hosted a Negro Leagues exhibition game between the Newark Eagles and the Homestead Grays. This is the first known instance that African-Americans played at Tinker . . . Map (db m189097) HM
151 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-1203 — Lake Adair~Lake Concord Historic District
On Edgewater Drive north of Lake Adair Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The Lake Adair —Lake Concord Historic District reflects the change that automobiles brought to community planning and development and to the resulting growth of a middle and upper-class community. A lack of transportation had kept even the . . . Map (db m236325) HM
152 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Lake Eola Park
Near North Rosalind Avenue at East Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
Lake Eola Park is the most historic and widely recognized symbol of the City of Orlando. It was established in 1883 as the City’s first public park after Orlando homesteaders Jacob and Fanny Summerlin donated the Lake and some of the surrounding . . . Map (db m138883) HM
153 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Lew R. WassermanChairman Emeritus MCA-Universal Studios — March 22, 1913 - June 3, 2002 —
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Lew Wasserman was one of the most highly regarded figures in the entertainment industry. For decades, he had guided the course of film, television, music and recreation as well as the worlds of politics and philanthropy. During his career, he . . . Map (db m243078) HM
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154 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Linton E. Allen Memorial FountainOrlando Centennial Fountain
Near East Central Boulevard near Lake Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Upper marker:: Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain Renamed July 12, 1965 Robert S. Carr, Mayor Lower marker:: Orlando Centennial Fountain Constructed by the Orlando Utilities Commission R. T. Overstreet, President • . . . Map (db m7416) HM
155 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Linton E. Allen Memorial Fountain
Near N. Rosalind Avenue at E. Washington Street.
The Lake Eola Fountain was completely rebuilt after a devastating lightning Strike in 2009. The renovation, inspired and supported by the community, is loyal to the original 1957 design but with a modern choreographed light, music & water show.Map (db m138885) HM
156 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-1182 — Lock Family CemeteryEst. 1887
On Boggy Creek Road (Florida Route 527A) west of Wetherbee Road, on the right when traveling east.
Also known as the Boggy Creek Cemetery, this pioneer family cemetery was established in the Boggy Creek community for William Rufus Lock and his descendants. Lock had been granted exemption from serving in the Confederate Army so he could maintain . . . Map (db m221451) HM
157 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Lynching of July Perry / Racial Violence in AmericaNovember 3, 1920 — Community Remembrance Project —
On East Central Boulevard at Court Avenue, on the right when traveling west on East Central Boulevard.
Lynching of July Perry November 3, 1920 On Election Day, November 3, 1920, black residents in the Ocoee area who owned land and businesses were eager to vote. Despite a terrorizing Ku Klux Klan march through the streets of . . . Map (db m137336) HM
158 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Marine SGT Kenneth Conde Jr.Corporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum
Near North Tanner Road, 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
Marine SGT Kenneth Conde Jr. Orlando, FL July 1, 2004, Age 23 Map (db m211983) WM
159 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Mathew Robinson Marks
Near East Central Boulevard.
In Memory of Mathew Robinson Marks Mayor of Orlando 1889-1890 through whose vision the planting of our magnificent shade trees was inaugurated.Map (db m6914) HM
160 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Mayor Bob Carr and The New StadiumMarch 27, 1963 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On S Tampa Avenue, 0.1 miles north of W South Street, on the right when traveling north.
Tightly parked cars lined every side of Tinker Field as far as the eye could see. More than 5,600 fans had crowded in to dedicate the new stadium on March 27, 1963 as the hometown Minnesota Twins faced the World Champion New York Yankees. The . . . Map (db m189257) HM
161 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Military Site HistoryNaval Training Center Orlando
Near General Rees Avenue north of Lower Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
Construction of the Orlando Naval Training Center (NTC) Orlando NTC was home to the Recruit Training Command (RTC), the Service School Command, and the Nuclear Power School. In 1973, Orlando became the sole site of recruit training for . . . Map (db m186779) HM
162 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Mohandas K. Gandhi1869 - 1948
Near North Eola Drive at East Central Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
Mahatma (Great Soul) Gandhi, a pivotal world figure of the 20th Century, who renounced all worldly possessions, devoting his life to work for the dignity and uplift of the downtrodden. He led India to freedom from British rule with peaceful . . . Map (db m166042) HM
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163 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Monford “Monte” IrvinMarch 27,1951 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On Sout Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on Sout Tampa Avenue.
In the summer of 1949 the New York Giants signed Negro Leagues stars Monte Irvin and Hank Thompson to reinforce the Giants’ power-hitter lineup. In March 1927 the Giants faced the Washington Senators at Tinker Field during Spring . . . Map (db m189117) HM
164 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Mount Pleasant Baptist Church701 West South Street
On West South Street at South Parramore Avenue, on the right when traveling west on West South Street.
This African American church was organized in 1919 and met in various locations, including a bush arbor constructed of poles covered with branches. In 1921, land was purchased at this corner for a permanent structure, which was completed in 1924. . . . Map (db m102978) HM
165 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Navy SeabeesOrlando Veterans Memorial Park
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East.
Navy Seabees With Willing Hearts and Skillful Hands, the Difficult We do at Once, the Impossible Takes a Bit Longer Seabees Can Do We Build We Fight Map (db m143452) WM
166 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orange County 9-11 Memorial
On W Central Boulevard, 0.1 miles N. Court Street, on the left.
These flags fly in honor and memory of those who lost their lives and loved ones in the attacks on our cherished American freedoms that took place in New York City, Washington, D.C. and Southwestern Pennsylvania on 9/11/2001 . . . Map (db m138803) WM
167 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orange County Courthouse
Near E. Central Boulevard, 0.1 miles north of Court St.
Orange County Courthouse 65 East Central Boulevard Architect Murry S. King designed the sixth Orange County Courthouse in Orlando and supervised its construction until his death in 1925. The building was completed in 1927 under . . . Map (db m138470) HM
168 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orlando and Tainan, Sister CitiesLake Eola Park
Near North Eola Drive at East Central Boulevard.
This huge black-marble stone was sculpted by the winds for over ten thousand years. It was discovered high in the mountains in Hua-Lien County on the eastern coast of Taiwan at an altitude of one thousand six hundred meters. It has been a major . . . Map (db m166438) HM
169 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-644 — Orlando Army Air Base
On Maguire Boulevard at East Livingston Street, on the right when traveling north on Maguire Boulevard.
Orlando Municipal Airport opened in 1928 on 65 acres of land north of Lake Underhill. In 1940, with Europe at war, the United States Army took over the airport for defense purposes, activating it as the Orlando Army Air Base on September 1, 1940. . . . Map (db m54047) HM
170 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orlando Reeves
Near East Washington Street, 0.1 miles west of N. Eola Drive.
In whose honor our city Orlando was named Killed in this vicinity by Indians September 1835 "How sleep the brave who sink to rest by all their Country's wishes blest." Wm. CollinsMap (db m7418) HM
171 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orlando Veterans Memorial Park
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East, on the right when traveling south.
To those who died, honor and eternal rest To those still missing, remembrance and hope To those who returned, gratitude and peaceMap (db m144355) WM
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172 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orlando’s Round Building
On W Central Blvd, 0.1 miles east of N Court St., on the left.
This 20’ Tall pre-cast concrete architectural element is one of the surviving segments of the 120 pieces that formed the “Brise Soleil” curtain wall that wrapped around what was known as “Orlando’s Round Building.” . . . Map (db m143841) HM
173 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Orlando's First Settler, Aaron Jernigan
On Alamo Drive at 29th Street, on the left when traveling south on Alamo Drive. Reported missing.
Aaron Jernigan moved to what is now Orlando in 1843 after the passage of the Armed Occupation Act of 1842 that opened vast areas of Florida for settlement. According to the law, one could move onto land at least two miles from an established . . . Map (db m217596) HM
174 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Patriots Of The American Revolution
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenridge Way East.
Patriots Of The American Revolution 1775 - 1783. Heroes Of Liberty Daughters Of The American Revolution Orlando Chapter Dedicated June 12, 2010 Map (db m143559) WM
175 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Pearl Harbor
Near Lake Baldwin Lane at Glenride Way East.
To Those Who Died To Those Who Survived Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Inc. Central Florida Chapter 2 Dedicates This Memorial To The Military Men And Woman Serving At Stations On Oahu Hawaii During The Japanese Attack . . . Map (db m143496) WM
176 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Raymond Emmett DandridgeMarch 31, 1950 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
Ray Dandridge, third Baseman for the Minneapolis Miller’s, broke the color barrier in professional baseball at Tinker Field and was the first person to integrate any significant public event in Orlando. Since it’s construction in 1923 Tinker . . . Map (db m189111) HM
177 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.1929 - 1968 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
This memorial is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his commitment to a unified society of love and respect among all people. In 1955 Rev. King led the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which gave birth to the Civil Rights Movement. . . . Map (db m189017) HM
178 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.March 6, 1964 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
Orlando's Rev. Curtis Jackson invited Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., to Orlando in 1962. Rev. King was unable to attend at the time, but he did come to Orlando in the Spring of 1964 after leading the 10,000-person March for Freedom in Philadelphia . . . Map (db m189260) HM
179 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Roberto Clemente WalkerMarch 20, 1955 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
On March 20, 1955, a young Roberto Clemente stepped onto Tinker Field for the first time. The Washington Senators led the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 in the eighth when the rookie Clemente drove in the tying run with a double. The Pirates won 4-2 in . . . Map (db m189256) HM
180 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Rosalind Club11 North Rosalind Avenue
On Rosalind Avenue, 0.1 miles south of Wall Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Rosalind Club, a ladies club organized in 1894, constructed its first clubhouse on the current site of the Angebilt Hotel. In 1916, Orlando architect Murry S. King designed this structure overlooking Lake Eola. In 1919, the city . . . Map (db m139097) HM
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181 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — SGT Gene A. HawkinsCorporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum
Near North Tanner Road, 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
SGT Gene A. Hawkins Our Brother Army 10/12/06 Iraq Map (db m211976) WM
182 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Shingle Creek TrailA Project of America's Great Outdoors
The Shingle Creek Trail project in Florida is designated a keystone conservation and outdoor recreation project under President Obama's Great Outdoors Program. Here, we celebrate the partnerships and collaboration that resulted in a new publicly . . . Map (db m193416) HM
183 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Simon Bolivar
Near North Eola Drive close to East Central Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
Simon Bolivar was born in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 24, 1783 and died in Santa Marta, Columbia, on December 17, 1830. Liberator of Venezuela, Columbia, Ecuador, Panama, Peru and founder of Bolivia. "Without equality, all freedoms and all . . . Map (db m166045) WM
184 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Site and Home of Francis Eppes
Near South Osceola Aveune, 0.2 miles south of Pineloch Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Site and home of Francis Eppes Grandson of President Thomas Jefferson Original house built 1868Map (db m111047) HM
185 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-483 — Site of Fort Gatlin
On Gatlin Avenue at South Summerlin Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Gatlin Avenue.
On November 9, 1838, during the Second Seminole Indian War (1835-42), the U.S. Army established Fort Gatlin in Mosquito County. This fort was named for Army Assistant Surgeon John S. Gatlin (1806-1835), who was killed in the Dade Massacre in 1835. . . . Map (db m6912) HM
186 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Sperry Fountain
Near North Eola Drive at East Central Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
E.F. Sperry was elected Mayor of Orlando in 1913 and died in office in 1916. As one of Orlando’s pioneer citizens, he dedicated himself to the growing City and founded The South Florida Foundry and Machine Works. This is an exact replica of the . . . Map (db m166083) HM
187 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Barrier BreakersAugust 9, 1955 — Orlando, Florida
Near Rio Grande Avenue just north of West Church Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Pensacola Jaycees & Orlando Kiwanis broke Florida’s color barrier in youth baseball on Optimist Park Field at Lake Lorna Doone. The coaches, players and their families stepped beyond the segregated patterns of the day living into the reality . . . Map (db m194559) HM
188 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-854 — The Black Bottom House of Prayer
On Bentley Street at North Westmoreland Drive, on the right when traveling west on Bentley Street.
In the summer of 1916, a few Black families from the Deep South settled in an area of Orlando called the Black Bottom, so named because when it rained, water settled in the area and remained so long that residents built canoes for transportation. As . . . Map (db m128317) HM
189 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — F-859 — The Cathedral Church of Saint Luke
On North Magnolia Avenue at East Jefferson Street, on the left when traveling north on North Magnolia Avenue.
Francis Wayles Eppes, grandson of President Thomas Jefferson, moved from Tallahassee to Orlando in 1869. Eppes was the first pioneer to gather Episcopal settlers in the area for worship. They purchased this site at the corner of Jefferson Street, . . . Map (db m93070) HM
190 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Council Oak
On South Ferncreek Avenue south of Stevens Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
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191 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The DeLorean Time Machine
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Seen in the 1985 Academy Award Winning Film Back To The Future © Universal Pictures 1985 In the "Back To The Future” Trilogy, Dr. Emmett Brown's DeLorean Time Machine breaks the time barrier first by road and finally by . . . Map (db m243096) HM
192 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The End of an EraMarch 30, 1990 — Tinker Field History Plaza —
On South Tampa Avenue at West South Street, on the right when traveling north on South Tampa Avenue.
On March 30, 1990, less than three seasons after winning the World Series, the Minnesota Twins played their final game at Tinker Field, the game would end seven decades of Major League Baseball at the historic baseball grounds. The Twins faced . . . Map (db m189281) HM
193 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Hemisphere Dancer
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Jimmy Buffett piloted this plane on his journey through the Caribbean, as written in his book 'A Pirate Looks at Fifty', and is the inspiration for the song Jamaica Mistaica'. The Grumman made 'Albatross' was originally built to be an . . . Map (db m243068) HM
194 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic ArmsEngland, Scotland & Wales
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in History c2000 BC: Construction of Stonehenge begins. 55 BC: First Roman invasion of Britain. 61 AD: Queen Boudicca's revolt against Rome crushed. 122: Hadrian's Wall constructed to hinder invasions . . . Map (db m243232) HM
195 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic ArmsEngland, Scotland & Wales
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in History c2000 BC: Construction of Stonehenge begins. 55 BC: First Roman invasion of Britain. 61 AD: Queen Boudicca's revolt against Rome crushed. 122: Hadrian's Wall constructed to hinder invasions . . . Map (db m244846) HM
196 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic Arms of Ireland
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in the History of Ireland 3000 BC Megalithic tombs first constructed. 200 AD High Kingship begins at Tara, Meath. 377-405 Niall of the Nine Hostages is crowned High King. 432 Saint Patrick brings Christianity to Ireland. . . . Map (db m243395) HM
197 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic Arms of Ireland
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in the History of Ireland 3000 BC Megalithic tombs first constructed. 200 AD High Kingship begins at Tara, Meath. 377-405 Niall of the Nine Hostages is crowned High King. 432 Saint Patrick brings Christianity to Ireland. . . . Map (db m244235) HM
198 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic Arms of Spain & Portugal
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in History c. 12,000 B.C. Paleolithic Cave Paintings at Altamira с. 2,500 В.С. Copper and bronze-working center at Los Millares; Megalithic structures in western & southern Iberia c. 700 B.C. . . . Map (db m243134) HM
199 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The Historic Arms of Spain & Portugal
Near Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north.
Events in History c. 12,000 B.C. Paleolithic Cave Paintings at Altamira с. 2,500 В.С. Copper and bronze-working center at Los Millares; Megalithic structures in western & southern Iberia c. 700 B.C. . . . Map (db m243884) HM
200 Florida, Orange County, Orlando — The K-9 HeroesCorporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum
Near North Tanner Road, 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
The K-9 Heroes worked as scouts, sentries, trackers and mine and tunnel detectors A BSA Troop 33, CFC Eagle Project 2014 Map (db m212018) WM

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