Historical Markers and War Memorials in Arcola, Illinois
Tuscola is the county seat for Douglas County
Arcola is in Douglas County
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Arcola is the birthplace of
Johnny Gruelle
1880-1938
A prolific and versatile
artist and writer
Gruelle is best known
for giving Raggedy Ann
to the children of the world — — Map (db m132031) HM
Even after thirty years of marriage to Bob Moomaw, I was always surprised by his ideas--and this event is another surprise. Bob said there have been sculptures built on more ridiculous concepts than my life--this is not ridiculous--this is my life: . . . — — Map (db m135930) HM
(front:)
This memorial dedicated in memory of all the men and women from the Arcola area who made the supreme sacrifice to save our lives and property while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
We stand in . . . — — Map (db m188904) WM
