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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Vicinity
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| On South Stadium Drive west of Fieldhouse Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| | LSU's suffocating defense limited the nation's
top scoring offense and Heisman Trophy
winner Jason White to only 154 yards as the
Tigers claimed their second national title in
football with a 21-14 win over Oklahoma in the
Sugar Bowl in New . . . — — Map (db m144579) HM |
| On Stadium Drive west of South Campus Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| | Used by Jean Ιtienne de Borι in 1795 to granulate sugar from Louisiana cane for the first time, thus revolutionizing Louisianas economy. The kettle was later bought by planter John Hill and given to Louisiana State University. — — Map (db m85702) HM |
| On South Stadium Drive west of Fieldhouse Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| | Bert Jones completed 12-of-18 passes for 227
yards and three second half touchdowns as
10th-ranked LSU overcame a slow start to
beat 17th-ranked. Iowa State, 33-15, in the Sun
Bowl in El Paso. LSU kicked a pair of first
quarter field goals to . . . — — Map (db m144091) HM |
| Near North Oak Hills Parkway near Bluebonnet Boulevard. |
| | The Bluebonnet Swamp is believed to be about 225 years old. A small stream existed at the site before the swamp was formed. Willow trees and Buttonbrush shrubs were probably common along the stream. It is possible that the stream was transformed . . . — — Map (db m133999) HM |
| On South Stadium Drive west of Fieldhouse Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| | The Cholly Mac Era at LSU ended in style as
the Tigers sent out their head coach of 18
years Charles McClendon with a 34-10
whipping of Wake Forest in the Tangerine
Bowl- in Orlando. McClendon capped his
career as the winningest coach in . . . — — Map (db m144138) HM |
| On South Stadium Drive west of Fieldhouse Drive, on the right when traveling west. |
| | Leonard Fournette.tied an NCAA bowl record
with five touchdowns as 2oth-ranked LSU
(9-3) had little trouble in a 56-27 Texas Bowl
victory over Texas Tech. LSU set seven team
bowl records, including points (56), rushing
yards (384) and total . . . — — Map (db m144893) HM |
| Near South River Road 0.1 miles north of Government Street (Route 73), on the left when traveling north. |
| | The D'Artaguiette Brothers, Jean-Baptiste Martin, Navy Commissaire and later director of the Company of the Indies, Bernard Diron, Inspector General and later Commandant at Mobile and Captain Pierre D'Itouralde, Commandant of Illinois, killed in . . . — — Map (db m88775) HM |
| Near Main Street east of North 15th Street, on the left when traveling east. |
| | The first cemetery in Baton Rouge was the cemetery of La Yglesia de Los Dolores de la Virgin, Our Lady of Sorrows. Established in 1792 by order of King Carlos IV of Spain. This present cemetery was established in 1824 and the remains of Baton . . . — — Map (db m88564) HM |
| Near Main Street west of North 4th Street, on the left when traveling west. |
| | From St. Joseph Cathedral. The first baptism recorded here was Juan Josef Trahan, son of Juan Marie Trahan of Morlaix, Britanny, France and Adelaida Tulier of Cherbourg, Normandy, France. He was born June 19, 1793 and baptized Oct. 24, 1793. The . . . — — Map (db m93354) HM |
| On South River Road 0.2 miles north of Government Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Baton Rouge gets its name from the first impressions of French-Canadian explorers. Traveling up the Mississippi River in 1699, the group spotted a bloody cypress pole on a river bluff that demarcated hunting territories between indigenous tribes. . . . — — Map (db m96683) HM |
| Near North Boulevard at Layfayette Street, on the left when traveling west. |
| | The name Baton Rouge comes from the Indian word "Istrouma," meaning Red Stick.
Earliest written records about Baton Rouge were provided by members of Iberville's expedition on March 17, 1699:
"From there (Bayou Manchac) we ascended . . . — — Map (db m85221) HM |
| Near Essen Lane (State Highway 3064) south of Interstate 10, on the right when traveling south. |
| | These marble columns graced the entrance to the Hill Memorial Library which was given to L.S.U. in 1902 by John Hill, Sr. in memory of his son John Hill, Jr. Thousands of students and faculty members passed between the columns until the structure . . . — — Map (db m92560) HM |
| Near Tower Drive south of Dalrymple Drive, on the right when traveling south. |
| | The Louisiana State University campus is characterized by distinctive buildings that embrace Italian Renaissance forms and features, including grainy stucco walls, graceful arches and red tile roofs.
The historic campus is an outstanding work . . . — — Map (db m89373) HM |
| On River Road (Business U.S. 61/190) 0.2 miles north of North Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| | Look over the water and across time. Do you hear the paddling of Native American dug-outs? Thunderous volleys from the Civil War gunboat pictured above? Perhaps Mark Twain piloting a paddle-wheeler or P.T. Barnum beckoning with his showboat's . . . — — Map (db m88295) HM |
| On North Third Street 0.1 miles north of Capitol Access Road, on the left when traveling north. |
| | The stately Old Governor's Mansion was commissioned in 1929 by Governor Huey P. Long in a style that deliberately mimicked the White House. It replaced a simple frame structure on roughly the same property and served as official residence until . . . — — Map (db m98053) HM |
| On Jones Creek Road south of Shenandoah Avenue, on the right when traveling south. |
| | On August 9, 2017 the Metropolitan Council of the City of
Baton Rouge and the Parish of East Baton Rouge proclaimed:
"the citizens of the East Baton Rouge Parish and the City of
Baton Rouge are profoundly appreciative of the selfless
sacrifice . . . — — Map (db m159952) WM |
| On North 3rd Street north of State Capitol Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | Dedicated in 1932, the Louisiana State Capitol was commissioned by Governor Huey P. Long and was meant to symbolize the state's progress and modernity. At 34 stories, it is the highest state capitol in America and its Art Deco-inspired lines, . . . — — Map (db m96604) HM |
| On North Third Street at Convention Street, on the left when traveling north on North Third Street. |
| | By the turn of the twentieth century, Baton Rouge's Third Street had changed from a sleepy row of residences to a bustling commercial center. Because it connected the Old State Capitol with the original site of Louisiana State University (then . . . — — Map (db m98181) HM |
| On West Stadium Street near South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | An All-American and two-time All-SEC center, he was integral in the success of LSU's all-time leading rusher Kevin Faulk. He helped lead LSU's rushing attack that led the SEC for two years. LSU's starting center beginning midway through his . . . — — Map (db m106122) HM |
| On Gourrier Avenue 0.3 miles west of Nicholson Drive (Louisiana Highway 30), on the right when traveling west. |
| | A second baseman from Bossier City, LA., Todd Walker was voted in 1996 as the second baseman on the College World Series All-Time Team by the readers of the Omaha World-Herald. Walker completed a brilliant three-year LSU career in 1994 as he became . . . — — Map (db m97872) HM |
| On West Stadium Road north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | The only three-time All-American in LSU history, "versatility personified" might be the best description of his myriad talents. Big plays in big games cleared his path to football immortality. At various times he played offense and defense and . . . — — Map (db m105000) HM |
| On West Stadium Road north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | Tre'Davious White was one of two first-team All-America selections in the secondary for the Tigers in 2016. Wearing No. 18 as both a junior and senior, White started 47 games in his career and registered 167 tackles, 34 pass breakups, and scored . . . — — Map (db m143716) HM |
| Near Tower Drive south of Dalrymple Drive, on the left when traveling north. Reported permanently removed. |
| | Born October 12, 1889 in Georgetown Mississippi
Died October 9, 1976 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Troy H. Middleton was a distinguished soldier and educator whose remarkable dual career was such that it is difficult sometimes to separate one . . . — — Map (db m127875) HM |
| On West Stadium Road north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | During his three-year career, LSU compiled a 27-8-1 mark and played in three bowl games. He excelled both as a pass blocker and a pulling blocker. He was a 1973 All-American and All-SEC choice, A brilliant student, he was an Academic All-American . . . — — Map (db m105126) HM |
| On West Stadium Street north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | An electrifying player with game-changing ability, he was a Heisman Trophy finalist and won the Bednarik Award as the nation's top defender. He led the Tigers with 76 tackles, six forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries and two interceptions while . . . — — Map (db m107720) HM |
| Near Essen Lane (State Road 3064) south of Interstate 10, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Tyrone Plantation in Rapides Parish was the largest in the parish, supporting 3,200 acres of cotton fields. It was built in 1843 by George Mason Graham.In addition to plantation life, Graham worked with board members and founded a learning . . . — — Map (db m112054) HM |
| Near South River Road at Government Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| | . . . — — Map (db m85774) HM |
| Near Essen Lane (State Highway 3064) south of Interstate 10, on the right when traveling south. |
| | Marker 1
Uncle Jack
This bronze statue of an elderly black man was created to memorialize the accomplishments and contributions of the African-Americans in nineteenth century Louisiana. The statue was the brainchild of Jackson L. . . . — — Map (db m88234) HM |
| On South Stadium Drive near East Parker Boulevard, on the right when traveling east. |
| | About The AreaStretching from Milford Wampold Memorial
Park, affectionately known as "Baton Rouge
Beach,” to the City-Brooks Community Park golf
course, the LSU lakes-University Lake and City
Park Lake-lie on LSU's eastern edge . . . — — Map (db m120272) HM |
| Near North Oak Hills Parkway near Bluebonnet Boulevard. |
| | This ravine cutting into the Mississippi River escarpment, contains the last vestiges of upland hardwoods that stretch down the river from the north. Upland hardwoods covered this area before the Bluebonnet Swamp was formed approximately 225 years . . . — — Map (db m115451) HM |
| Near South River Road north of Government Street. |
| | Panel 1:
USCGC WHITE ALDER/WLM-541
7 December 1968
In memory and honor
of those shipmates who loyally served
the United States Coast Guard
on board the CGC WHITE ALDER.
They gave the ultimate sacrifice.
On December 7, . . . — — Map (db m126952) HM |
| Near South River Street at Government Street (Louisiana Highway 73), on the left when traveling north. |
| | Panel 1:
It is August first, 1945, Hunter's Point Naval Shipyard, San Francisco. The KIDD is just completing repairs following the April 11 Kamikaze hit that killed thirty-eight of her crew off Okinawa. It is before the days of television, . . . — — Map (db m85886) HM WM |
| Near South River Road near Government Street. |
| | In memory of the Officers and men of the USS Kidd who gave their lives in the action of 11 April 1945 off Okinawa.
Greishaber, George P., Lieut. (JG) USNR Berwick, Robert A., Ens (SC) USNR Bridgewater, Dorsey C., s 1/C USNR Smith, Addison . . . — — Map (db m137274) WM |
| On South River Road at Government Street on South River Road. |
| | Situated on the Mississippi River Levee, the USS KIDD Veterans Memorial features immaculately restored aircraft and naval craft. The Louisiana Memorial Plaza honors the more than 7,000 Louisianans who have died in conflict. The cornerstone of the . . . — — Map (db m117133) HM |
| On West Stadium Road north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | A two-time All-American, he was another in the long line of Baton Rouge natives who starred at LSU. He started at linebacker for three years and played in three bowl games. He was named All-American in 1972 and 1973 and All-SEC the same years. He . . . — — Map (db m105106) HM |
| On West Stadium Road north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | One of the most prolific receivers in SEC history and a two-time All-American, he had 100 or more yards receiving yards in 12 games during his career. He once held the SEC record for receiving yards and ranked among the SEC leaders in three other . . . — — Map (db m105999) HM |
| On West Stadium Street north of South Stadium Drive, on the right when traveling north. |
| | He helped pave the way for LSU's vaunted rushing attack in 2011, pacing the Tigers' first undefeated regular season since 1958 and an SEC title. He started all 14 games for the 2011 Tigers and was named All-American and All-SEC for his efforts. . . . — — Map (db m107665) HM |
| Near Essen Lane (State Highway 3064) at Interstate 10, on the right when traveling south. |
| | In 1775, Bartram noted an "arborescent aromatic vine" and "a new and beautiful species of Verbena" growing near here. — — Map (db m92561) HM |
| Near Highland Road (Louisiana Route 42) west of Oak Hills Parkway, on the right when traveling west. |
| | In 1775, Bartram saw near this site, "a grand forest; the trees of the first order in magnitude and beauty" — — Map (db m105919) HM |
| Near Goodwood Boulevard 0.2 miles west of East Airport Avenue, on the right when traveling west. |
| | Wm. Bartram, Colonial Naturalist wrote in "Travels" in 1776 on terrain, flora and fauna of area surrounding Baton Rouge — — Map (db m105920) HM |
| On South Boulevard at River Road (State Road 327), on the right when traveling west on South Boulevard. |
| | Baton Rouge 1775: Arriving by boat, Bartram was a guest here at "a very delightful villa, with extensive plantations." — — Map (db m105923) HM |
| Near Nicholson Drive (State Highway 30) north of West Johnson Street, on the right when traveling north. |
| | In 1775, Bartram noted near here a "very large and well cultivated plantation" with a "spacious garden" by the house. — — Map (db m105949) HM |
| Near Airline Highway (U.S. 61) 1 mile south of Highland Road (State Highway 42), on the right when traveling south. |
| | In 1775, next to Bayou Manchac, Bartram Travelled a "road strait, spacious" and "under the shadow of a grand forest." In memory Of Fred G. Benton, Jr., Bartram Trail Supporter — — Map (db m107914) HM |
| On North Stadium Road at Powerhouse Lane, on the right when traveling east on North Stadium Road. |
| | Louisiana State University, 1944-47
Baltimore Colts, 1948-50
San Francisco 49ers, 1951-60
New York Giants, 1961-64
A native of Marshall, Texas, Yelberton Abraham Title played four seasons at LSU including an MVP performance in the 1947 . . . — — Map (db m95912) HM |
| On Florida Boulevard (Business U.S. 190) at North 19th Street, on the right when traveling west on Florida Boulevard. |
| | Lest We Forget The Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1878 Over 1000 Victims Laid to Rest in Historic Magnolia Cemetery — — Map (db m105921) HM |
| On North 3rd Street at Spanish Town Road, on the left when traveling south on North 3rd Street. |
| | To honor
Zachary Taylor
U.S. Army General and twelfth President
of the United States
Known to Americans as
"Old Rough and Ready"
and who lived for a time some 200 yards
southwest of this spot
This marker placed in 1951 by . . . — — Map (db m87482) HM WM |
| On Lafayette Street west of North 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south. |
| | "Old Rough and Ready," America's 12th president, lived on this site in the home pictured above. He called the cottage Buena Vista after his famous 1847 victory in the Mexican War. The pale horse pictured was Taylor's favorite, "Whitey." It would . . . — — Map (db m87824) HM |
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