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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
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| | This school was the model for a nationwide system of boarding schools intended to assimilate American Indians into mainstream culture. Over 10,000 indigenous children attended the school between 1879 and 1918. Despite idealistic beginnings, the . . . — — Map (db m30289) HM |
| | The Carlisle Theatre, originally called The Comerford, opened its doors in May of 1939. It was by far the grandest of three movie “palaces” all within a block of one another and was the first centrally air conditioned building in . . . — — Map (db m16078) HM |
| | Named for Charles Nisbet (1736-1804) of Montrose, Scotland, one of the great scholars of his time. First President of the College. — — Map (db m82796) HM |
| | The 1886 house and surroundings were an inspiration to this family. Brothers Frank and Eugene became prominent entomologists. Frank’s nationally known conservationist sons, John and Frank, Jr., saved Yellowstone’s grizzlies, popularized falconry, . . . — — Map (db m84116) HM |
| | The farthest north attained by any organized body of the Confederate Army of General Robert E. Lee was reached here at the farm of Joseph Miller on the morning of June 28 1863.
Hearing that Sterrett's Gap was occupied by Union troops these . . . — — Map (db m42146) HM |
| | The First School of the American Army
Resolved in Congress 4 February 1778
“That Capt. Issac Corren receive monthly, 25 dollars additional pay, besides his present appointments, in consideration of his teaching the laboratory art to . . . — — Map (db m118968) HM |
| | In 1758, after three years of war in North America with the French and Indian alliance, the British Empire launched the Forbes Expedition. The campaign began in Carlisle, the county seat for territory that extended to the Ohio River. The British . . . — — Map (db m35320) HM |
| | The muddy roads, camouflaged trails and the maze of communication trenches ultimately brought Soldiers to the front line trench. These positions as laid out in the manuals were supposed to be dug deep with reinforced walls, a firing step, sand . . . — — Map (db m104267) HM |
| | The Hessian Powder Magazine was constructed at Carlisle Barracks in 1777 during the American War for Independence from the British government. Carlisle was a growing depot in support of Gen. George Washington's Continental Army. The magazine stored . . . — — Map (db m52216) HM |
| | On August 19, 1837, a jubilant throng gathered in Carlisle to watch the Cumberland Valley Railroad's first train roll down High Street. Bands played, speeches were made, and the crowds cheered as the “Cumberland Valley” locomotive and . . . — — Map (db m16088) HM |
| | The Ia Drang battlefield was dotted with large dirt art hills of varying sizes. They were generally very hard, baked earth and were home to ants and termites. These features made good defensive positions and LTC Moore used one as the site of his . . . — — Map (db m104333) HM |
| | Named for John Dickinson President of Pennsylvania and of Delaware. "The penman of the Revolution," and first president of the Board of Trustees of this college. — — Map (db m30319) HM |
| | Thanks to the dedication, appreciation, love and respect that Ms. Fleta Jordan had for her ancestors, she went to court to save the Jordan gravestone from being removed as a result of the April 20, 1967 Court Order designating the Borough of . . . — — Map (db m53627) HM |
| | Although Pennsylvania was a free state, where no person could be born into slavery, ownership of slaves had not been illegal, and as recently as 1840, two-dozen slaves were held in bondage in Cumberland County. At that time, more than three hundred . . . — — Map (db m30848) HM |
| | The American Expeditionary Forces (A.E.F.) was introduced to modern mortars in the trenches of France during World War One. The A.E.F. adopted the British Newton-Stokes design in 3-, 4- and 6-inch calibers as well as the French 240 millimeter heavy . . . — — Map (db m104200) HM |
| | This colonial revival-style home began as a smaller “villa,” built in 1833 by the Hon. John Reed, who had attended Dickinson College with the class of 1806. Through classes conducted in the basement of this house, Judge Reed in 1834 gave . . . — — Map (db m43947) HM |
| | Near Pittsburgh, on July 9, 1755, a French and Native American force decimated a small British and colonial army led by Edward Braddock, opening all of Pennsylvania to Indian raids. The Delaware tribe, under their leader Shingas, raided, killing and . . . — — Map (db m15796) HM |
| | The purchase of this property was funded by the G. B. Stuart Charitable Foundation Mr. Stuart’s ancestor, Samuel Stuart (also known as Stewart), purchased this property September 7, 1778, where he engaged in tavern keeping and for a period of time . . . — — Map (db m35246) HM |
| | On June 27, 1863, a dusty column of 15,000 rebels led by General Richard Ewell marched up the road from Shippensburg into Carlisle. Foraging for supplies, they camped here until Tuesday, June 30. They departed that day, headed towards Mount Holley . . . — — Map (db m15857) HM |
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The machine gun and mass artillery of World War One combat dictated an extensive development on both side of below ground fortifications that were simply known as the ‘Trenches”. Ranging from concrete structures to simple ditches, these . . . — — Map (db m104047) HM |
| | On April 6, 1789, a group of local real estate owners - worried about the possibility of fire in the borough - organized Carlisle's first volunteer fire company. They named and modeled it after the Union Fire Company of Philadelphia, the first fire . . . — — Map (db m30832) HM |
| | Officially known as the M18 76mm Gun Motor Carriage, the M18 was hardly comparable to the horse and buggy. It was actually the jaguar of heavy armor during World War II. Nicknamed the “Hellcat” by the men who served in them, the M18 . . . — — Map (db m104046) HM |
| | On this lot Thomas Butler had his home and gunshop about 1764; the latter still stands to the rear. Butler and five sons, all officers, served in the Revolution. Often referred to as the “Fighting Butlers.” — — Map (db m16071) HM |
| | Thorpe Hall, built in 1887 with funds contributed by Carlisle Indian Industrial School students, served as a gymnasium for the Indian School. Sports flourished at the school, producing top athletes such as Lewis Tewanima, a star long distance . . . — — Map (db m119685) HM |
| | Time on Target
After World War II, the Army learned that an artillery barrage produces the most casualties in the first few seconds before the enemy could seek cover. In response, the Army learned to time fire from multiple sources to arrive on a . . . — — Map (db m123245) |
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In 1838 the Cavalry School of Practice was opened at Carlisle Barracks by Captain E.V. Sumner of the 1st Dragoons. By 1846 when the Mexican War began, the majority of the troopers of the mounted forces of the United States Army bore the Carlisle . . . — — Map (db m148270) HM |
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Since the earliest days of the military, the numbers of Soldiers required dictated the need for an open area for unit formations, training, close order drill, practice, ceremonial events and interaction. As time passed, the Parade Field became an . . . — — Map (db m104825) HM |
| | After the reception centers up to 14,000 soldiers a day reported to one of 242 training centers located throughout the country for roughly eight weeks of basic training. The training consisted of three general phases: turning civilians into . . . — — Map (db m104885) HM |
| | Lucian King Truscott Jr., General U.S. Army, Commanded the 3D Infantry Division, Fifth and Third US Armies during WWII. Awarded the Distinguished Service Cross in 1943 for Extraordinary Heroism during the battle of Sicily. — — Map (db m99643) WM |
| | This memorial was placed on the foundation of the old Carlisle Barracks post chapel converted to a memorial garden — — Map (db m119016) WM |
| | Upton Hall
Upton Hall has changed its identity in more ways than one. Constructed in 1941 and named for Colonel John Van Rensselaer Hoff, who had a career in military medical training, Hoff Hall served as an academic building for the Medical Field . . . — — Map (db m122651) HM |
| | Dedicated to all veterans of Cumberland County
for their services dedication and contributions to freedom and for their sacrifices so that we may continue to live in peace
Erected June 1983 — — Map (db m152836) WM |
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Dedicated to the Glory of God
in memory of All Veterans who have
honorably served their country
Flag flying
in memory of
All Veterans
[Honor Roll of Veterans] — — Map (db m119981) WM |
| | Artillery has always played a role in fighting our nation’s conflicts. American artillery could accurately engage targets many miles away. Through the use of spotters, radio communications and detailed maps, artillery fire could be quickly requested . . . — — Map (db m104328) HM |
| | Dedicated to the Vietnam Veterans of Cumberland County
Dedicated by Post 1 Carlisle Vietnam Veterans — — Map (db m152956) WM |
| | Washington Hall
Named in honor of General George Washington who participated in two expeditions launched from Carlisle Barracks against the French and Indians in the colonial period. Erected in 1884 as the Indian School hospital. Served as a . . . — — Map (db m122251) HM |
| | The machine gun and mass artillery of World War One combat dictated an extensive development of both side of below ground fortifications that were simply known as the ‘Trenches”. Ranging from concrete structures to simple ditches, these . . . — — Map (db m123202) HM |
| | West College – known affectionately as Old West – traces its roots to February 1803, when the college’s main building burned to the ground after four years of costly construction. In a bind, the college trustees appealed for help. . . . — — Map (db m35322) HM |
| | Wheelock Bandstand
Completed in 1980 at the site of the original 1867 bandstand of the cavalry depot and later the Carlisle Indian School. Named in honor of Dennis Wheelock, who graduated from the Indian School in 1890, and was the school’s first . . . — — Map (db m148272) HM |
| | The massive Army buildup at the beginning of World War II brought together millions of American civilians from all walks of life. After induction, new recruits were assigned to a unit, usually a company in a regiment, and issued uniforms and . . . — — Map (db m105020) HM |
| | Liberty Truth In commemoration of the patriotism of our brothers who went forth at the call of their country to serve in two World Wars and in memory of these who died that Liberty might live World War I Abram Dewalt . . . — — Map (db m35567) HM |
| | Early example of a wrought iron bowstring arch truss bridge. Patented in 1869 by Joseph G. Henszey and built that year by the Continental Bridge Co. of Philadelphia, this bridge was part of a proliferation of bridges following the Civil War. In . . . — — Map (db m35081) HM |
| | This campaign's northernmost engagement, known as the Battle of Sporting Hill, occurred just north and west of here, June 30, 1863. The 22nd & 37th New York Militia Regiments, along with Landis's Philadelphia Battery, fought in defense of Harrisburg . . . — — Map (db m82799) HM |
| | Remains of breastworks built in June 1863 to oppose an expected attack on Harrisburg by Confederate troops. Site then known as Hummel's Heights. Fort was named for General Couch, Commander, Eastern Pennsylvania Military Department. — — Map (db m26525) HM |
| | Remains of breastworks at Eighth and Ohio Streets, built before the battle of Gettysburg, to oppose the expected Southern drive on Harrisburg. June 29, 1863, a few Confederate scouts neared here but withdrew. — — Map (db m26526) HM |
| | Left Panel Fort Couch was built as part of the emergency fortifications erected to defend Harrisburg and nearby bridges across the Susquehanna River during the 1863 invasion of Pennsylvania by Confederate forces. Fort Couch was built as an . . . — — Map (db m26529) HM |
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Lemoyne
Formerly named Bridgeport
Incorportated
1905 — — Map (db m98972) HM |
| | As Lt. Gen. Richard S. Ewell’s Confederate Second Corps advanced on Harrisburg in June 1863, Union Maj. Gen. Darius N. Couch, charged with the defense of the city, recognized the need for a series of defensive fortifications to be constructed on . . . — — Map (db m94521) HM |
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In memory of those who
served for God & Country — — Map (db m137436) WM |
| | Born November 10, 1830 in Greenbottom, Virginia, he was a graduate of Jefferson College and studied law at Harvard University. Albert Jenkins served as U.S. Congressman from 1857 to 1861 and then resigned to serve the confederacy. Thereafter, he . . . — — Map (db m26532) HM |
| | Incorporated in 1831. Completed, Lemoyne to Chambersburg, 1837; eventually, Harrisburg to Virginia. For over 80 years, vital to Valley's economic life; merged into Pennsylvania R.R., 1919. Passenger Station, Stationmaster's House here, built in the . . . — — Map (db m26995) HM |
| | In 1801, George Frankenberger applied for a tavern license, stating a need for lodging on this "deserted" section of the Great Road between Harrisburg and Carlisle. This simple log structure served many drovers moving livestock. For modest fees, a . . . — — Map (db m98929) HM |
| | Confederate General Albert G. Jenkins and his staff occupied this house, June 28-30, 1863. His brigade, a part of General Ewell's Corps, had entered Mechanicsburg to reconnoiter the approaches to Harrisburg with a view toward a June 30 attack. The . . . — — Map (db m26522) HM |
| | Site of the College that was chartered in 1857, and named for Washington Irving, a trustee. First women's college in Pennsylvania to grant degrees in arts and sciences. It closed in 1929. — — Map (db m26993) HM |
| | Founder 1734 on land of James Silver by Scotch-Irish Presbyterians, earliest settlers of the Cumberland Valley. Present church built in 1783, restored in 1928 to its original style, and still used for worship. — — Map (db m26997) HM |
| | Built about 1792. It extended from Michael Simpson's ferry on the Susquehanna to Carlisle, following, at this point, a course later known as Simpson St. Used by many persons traveling to western part of state. — — Map (db m26996) HM |
| | Oldest public building in Mechanicsburg. Built in 1825 on land given by Martin Rupp. As provided in the charter, it has been used by many religious sects on payment of small fees. — — Map (db m26994) HM |
| | This railroad junction became the site of the Great Grangers' Interstate Picnic Exhibition, founded 1874 by R. H. Thomas of the State Grange. The annual event drew an estimated 100,000 or more people in a week by the 1890's. The John Williams House, . . . — — Map (db m26998) HM |
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This field is dedicated and named after
Ralph "Jesse" Stoll
where he played and managed in the
Cumberland County League from 1933 to 1954 and
the West Shore Twilight League from 1954 to 1976. — — Map (db m120220) HM |
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Dedicated to the memory of
Emelyn M. Trine
1900 — 1970
who bequeathed this beautiful land for
the development of a community park — — Map (db m120227) HM |
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Dedicated by the
veterans of Mt. Holly Springs
in memory of
our deceased fallen comrades
and to those whose final resting
places are known only by
God Almighty
Veterans Day November 11, 1991 — — Map (db m120223) WM |
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This naval gun and wall are dedicated
in memory and honor of all veterans
who have served their country
in war or peace,
so that we might be free.
[Dedicated]
Memorial Day
29 May 1989 — — Map (db m120230) HM |
| | Cumberland County resident Charles G. Beetam, a Civil War tragedy: "On April 23, 1861, my brother, William Luther Beetam, at the age of 20, was the first Carlisle man to give his life in [the] war on a tour of duty."
At one o’clock in the . . . — — Map (db m75436) HM |
| | Inventor of a telephone for which he sought a patent in 1880. Claims contested by Bell Telephone, which won the court decision in 1888. Born in this village, July 14, 1827, where he developed his inventions; he removed in 1904 to Camp Hill, where he . . . — — Map (db m26951) HM |
| | Two-term Governor of Pennsylvania, 1867-73. Major General in Civil War. Colonel, 2nd Pa. Regiment in Mexican War. Governor, Kansas Territory, First postmaster & first mayor of San Francisco. His home was a block east at 308 Market Street. — — Map (db m26949) HM |
| | Maj. 7th U.S. Cavalry at Battle of Little Big Horn, 1876; Lt. Col. Geo. A. Custer & the troops he led were killed, but Reno & most of his command survived. During the civil war, Reno helped defend this region against Confederate invaders. His farm . . . — — Map (db m26950) HM |
| | On August 23, 1752, Scottish Covenanter Presbyterians held their first recorded Communion in the New World here at Joseph and Elizabeth Junkin's farm. A scattered community of 250 worshippers attended this nine-hour outdoor service at the . . . — — Map (db m82797) HM |
| | Dedicated to the Glory of God and the Citizens of Newburg Penna, and Hopewell Township, who served their country in the cause of freedom
World War II
These died that liberty might not perish
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Theron . . . — — Map (db m19560) HM |
| | This land was first deeded to Jeremiah McKibben in 1791. It passed through several owners until 1846 when Thompson Galbraith and Thomas Paxton sold the land containing a 2-story brick tavern to Peter A. Ahl.
Because of its proximity to the . . . — — Map (db m84104) HM |
| | Original log meeting house was erected 1737 near the Big Spring. Church was fully organized, October 1738. Present stone structure was built 1789, and in 1790 the trustees laid out Newville as a town on the church-owned glebe. — — Map (db m122376) HM |
| | In June of 1762 a representative from the Big Spring Associate Presbyterian congregation was "craving support of sermon" from Presbytery. This congregation first worshiped on the east side of the Big Spring. Known as the "the tent," their house of . . . — — Map (db m92622) HM |
| | Grist mill built about 1763 by William Laughlin. Owned by his family until 1896. Preserved by Ethel T. McCarthy. The oldest such structure remaining in this region — — Map (db m84040) HM |
| | In September of 1910 the Cumberland Railway Co. began trolley service between Newville and Carlisle. The cars left Newville and Carlisle every hour on the hour from 6:00 a.m. to midnight. Each trolley carried a motorman and a conductor whose duties . . . — — Map (db m84105) HM |
| | Erected in honor of the men and women of this community who served in our armed forces and to those who made the supreme sacrifice that we may be a free nation — — Map (db m19561) HM |
| | On This Spot Were Found Three Babes in the Woods
Nov. - 24 - 1934 — — Map (db m100760) HM |
| | Erected by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in grateful appreciation of the services of these soldiers of the Revolutionary War who lie buried here.
Lieut. Colonel Samuel Irvine •
Captain William Peebles •
Captain Samuel Felton • . . . — — Map (db m19563) HM |
| | The Pennsylvania State Police Training School, first of its kind in the nation, was established here in 1920 at the old Big Spring Hotel, which stood nearby. In 1923 the location of the school was transferred to Hershey, in Dauphin County. — — Map (db m84103) HM |
| | By 1846, tax records show a two-story house on this lot. Anthony Byers purchased the property in 1851, and during his ownership it evolved into the Italianate Victorian gem you see today. The house retains much of its architectural integrity, . . . — — Map (db m92621) HM |
| | Rea, Gracy & Company, also known as the Newville Deposit Bank, was founded in 1857. Following the passage of the National Banking Act, the First National Bank Newville was chartered in July of 1863 as the 60th National Bank in the U.S. The company . . . — — Map (db m19565) HM |
| | Erected by the State of
Pennsylvania
in memory of
William Denning
the patriotic blacksmith and
forger of wrought iron cannon
during the Revolutionary War
Born 1737 - Died 1830 — — Map (db m19564) HM |
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This property has been
placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
— — Map (db m152335) HM |
| | In 1755 supplies for Braddock’s army were stored here in Edward Shippen’s strong stone house “at the back Run.” James Burd, the son-in-law of Shippen, opened a road to carry these supplies to the west. After Braddock’s defeat the . . . — — Map (db m1018) HM |
| | At Shippensburg, the Raystown Path forked; one branch led directly west over three steep mts. to Burnt Cabins; the other, taken by General Forbes to avoid heavy grades, went south round Parnells Knob to Fort Loudon, crossing the Tuscarora Mountain . . . — — Map (db m84020) HM |
| | Named for Gov. R.H. Morris, and built by local settlers under the supervision of James Burd after Braddock’s defeat in July, 1755. Later garrisoned by provincial troops commanded by Hugh Mercer. The fort site, long marked by the soldiers’ well, lies . . . — — Map (db m18627) HM |
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Charter Member & First President of
The Shippensburg Garden Club
"To plant is to love others
besides oneself"
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Historic Preservation . . . — — Map (db m119997) HM |
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Samuel D. Sturgis, born in Shippensburg in 1822, was the son of hat-shop operator "Squire" James Sturgis who later constructed this elegant Greek Revival dwelling. After graduating from West Point in 1846, Samuel Sturgis served under General . . . — — Map (db m120023) HM |
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The Cumberland Valley Railroad operated between Harrisburg and Virginia beginning in the 1830s, and during the Civil War it permitted the Union to move troops and supplies rapidly up and down the valley. The railroad's tracks ran down the center . . . — — Map (db m120054) HM |
| | Burial ground for slaves and free blacks since the early 19th century and site of Shippensburg's first African American church, established 1830s. Edward Shippen Burd granted the land to Shippensburg’s African American community in 1842. It was the . . . — — Map (db m82786) HM |
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Memorial Trees
dedicated to
Lt. James F. Bearer, USMC
Class of 1951
Charter Member of Veterans Club
Gave his life in line of duty
26 April 1957, Iwakuna, Japan — — Map (db m120068) HM WM |
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Built By Joseph Duncan, 1798
Merchant, Postmaster
Alterations By James McLean
c. 1875 — — Map (db m120005) HM |
| | Founded 1738 by pioneer Scotch-Irish Presbyterians. Until 1781, the church was at the old cemetery which is about one-tenth mile NW from here. Present church built, 1847; parsonage built, 1855. — — Map (db m122377) HM |
| | In commemoration of
the sacrifice and service
of the men of Middle Spring
Patriots-Pioneers
Builders
Site of First Log Church
1738 — — Map (db m18529) HM |
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The first major military engagement in Cumberland County during the Civil War took place in Shippensburg in the week leading up to the Battle of Gettysburg. As the action moved close to Shippensburg many in the town climbed onto their rooftops to . . . — — Map (db m120053) HM |
| | “Widow Piper’s Tavern,” used for Cumberland County court-sessions, 1750-1751, until a court house was erected at Carlisle, the county seat. The house is now the home of the Shippensburg Civil Club. — — Map (db m18628) HM |
| | Constructed under the direction of Colonel James Burd. One of a chain of forts erected on the Pennsylvania frontier following Edward Braddock's defeat of July 1755. Serving as a garrison and a refuge for area settlers during the French and Indian . . . — — Map (db m152338) HM |
| | The Mount Jackson or Potato Point School, originally built in 1865, is an authentically reconstructed one-room schoolhouse. It was relocated here in 1969 by alumni and friends of Shippensburg State College to preserve part of America's educational . . . — — Map (db m18530) HM |
| | East Face:Our Fallen Patriots
The Price of Liberty
1st Lieut. Andrew A.
Pomeroy
Co. I, 198th Reg. P.V.
Killed March 30, 1865
Corp. David W. McKinney
Co. F, 13th Reg. Pa. Cav.
Died
May 7, 1863
J. Anderson Kelso
Co. F. . . . — — Map (db m18646) HM |
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After the Confederate army took possession of Shippensburg on the afternoon of June 24, 1863, General Albert G. Jenkins established his headquarters here on the corner now occupied by the former First National Bank building. General Jenkins then . . . — — Map (db m120063) HM |
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Grain Merchant
Railroad Magnate, Philanthropist
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Shippensburg, PA
Founded 1730
Second Oldest Town West of the
Susquehanna . . . — — Map (db m120018) HM |
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