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Former U.S. Presidents: #28 Woodrow Wilson Historical Markers

 
Wilson Dam Setting the Stage Marker Kiosk image, Touch for more information
By Sandra Hughes, July 26, 2017
Wilson Dam Setting the Stage Marker Kiosk
1 Alabama, Colbert County, Muscle Shoals — Wilson Dam: Setting the Stage
Near Reservation Road, 1 mile east of Alabama Route 133, on the left when traveling east.
With the U.S. entrenched in World War I, President Woodrow Wilson called for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to build nitrate plants at Muscle Shoals to produce explosives for the war effort—and a hydroelectric dam to power them both. . . . Map (db m106191) HM
2 Alabama, Escambia County, Flomaton — Flomaton, Alabama
On Sidney E Manning Blvd (U.S. 29) at Houston Street, on the right when traveling north on Sidney E Manning Blvd.
Front As railroads were reconstructed following the Civil War, a junction of north-south and east-west lines was established along the Alabama-Florida border near the confluence of Big Escambia Creek and the Conecuh-Escambia River. A . . . Map (db m47484) HM
3 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Woodrow Wilson Park1818
On East Tuscaloosa Street at North Wood Street (County Road 47), on the right when traveling east on East Tuscaloosa Street.
This park, first designated as a Public Walk, was laid out as part of the original plans of Florence in 1818. On February 20, 1924, the Board of City Commissioners officially changed its name from City Park to Woodrow Wilson Park in honor of the . . . Map (db m35665) HM
4 Alabama, Madison County, Huntsville — World War IHuntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial
On Monroe Street Northwest at Washington Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east on Monroe Street Northwest.
Known by many as “the War to end all Wars,” 
World War I broke out in Europe in the summer
 of 1914 between the allied powers (United Kingdom, France, Russia, Italy) and the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, The . . . Map (db m85618) WM
5 Alabama, Madison County, Huntsville — World War I (Great War)/1914 – 1918
Near Monroe Street Northwest at Washington Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east.
I am First Sergeant Jo Frank Fox of the 167th Infantry Regiment, 42nd (Rainbow) Division. I’m the top sergeant of my company which means when I say ‘JUMP!” all the men jump and ask “How high?” on the way up. I got a glare that can . . . Map (db m85619) HM WM
6 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — On this Spot Woodrow Wilson Said:October 27, 1913 — 1913 - 1924 —
On Conti Street at South Joachim Street, on the left when traveling west on Conti Street.
"I want to take this occasion to say that the United States will never again seek one additional foot of territory by conquest. She will devote herself to showing that she knows how to make honorable and fruitful use of the territory she has and she . . . Map (db m86381) HM
7 Alabama, Perry County, Marion — Marion Military Institute
On Washington Street, 0.1 miles north of Grove Street, on the left when traveling north.
Founded in 1842 as Howard English & Classical School by the Alabama Baptist Convention, with Dr. S. S. Sherman as President, it later became Howard College. Lovelace Hall (Old South Barracks), built 1854, and the Chapel, built 1857, served the . . . Map (db m70091) HM
8 Alabama, Sumter County, Demopolis — The Rooster Bridge
On U.S. 80, 3 miles east of State Road 28, on the right when traveling east.
Side A In 1919 a rooster sale organized by Frank Derby raised money to begin construction of a bridge over the Tombigbee River at Moscow Ferry. This was the last link in the completion of the Dixie Overland Highway between Savannah and San . . . Map (db m38074) HM
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9 Arizona, Coconino County, Walnut Canyon National Monument — What Happened Here?
"It is very dusty work to dig for relics....We dug for an hour or more, and found...cornstalks, corncobs in abundance, beans, gourds, nuts, reeds, arrows, bowstrings,...coarse cloth, a child's sandal, a measuring stick with notches at regular . . . Map (db m61368) HM
10 Arkansas, Woodruff County, Augusta — Augusta Presbyterian Church
On North 3rd Street (Business U.S. 64) at Walnut Street on North 3rd Street.
The church was organized in 1861, by its first pastor, Rev. S.W. Davies. The foundation was apparently laid in 1861. It was completed in 1871. Woodrow Wilson, as a youth, worshiped here while his brother-in- law, Rev. A.R. Kennedy. was . . . Map (db m116633) HM
11 Arkansas, Woodruff County, Augusta — G-3 — Woodruff County Presbyterian Church
On North 3rd Street (Business U.S. 64) at Walnut Street, on the left when traveling north on North 3rd Street.
Woodrow Wilson as a youth worshiped in this church while his brother-in-law, Rev. A.R. Kennedy, was pastor.Map (db m116637) HM
12 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Downtown Los Angeles — Spring Street
On Spring Street south of 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south.
Wall Street of the West In Northern California, they panned gold in the mountain canyons. In Southern California, they made gold, in the concrete canyons of Spring Street.Map (db m121038) HM
13 California, Orange County, Laguna Beach — Historic Moss Point
On Moss Street west of Coast Highway, on the left when traveling west.
Brimming with history, Moss Point was the home that Colonel Edward House built as a summer residence for his family in 1917 where it has been virtually unknown to Laguna residents. Located on one of the most beautiful promontories in the area, . . . Map (db m148258) HM
14 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Northern Waterfront — Herb Caen Way
On The Embarcadero near Washington Street.
Herb Caen published his first column in the San Francisco Chronicle July 5, 1938; he won the Pulitzer Prize in 1996. His last weekday column appeared January 10, 1997. When he moved to the San Francisco Examiner in 1950, 30,000 . . . Map (db m73492) HM
15 California, San Luis Obispo County, Atascadero — Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial
On California Route 41 at Portola Road, on the left when traveling west on State Route 41.
Throughout history patriotic Americans have been drawn together to serve a cause greater than themselves. Some came because of common experiences. Most came because of common values. All came because they shared a dream. The people who . . . Map (db m61431) WM
16 California, Santa Clara County, Los Gatos — "The Cats"
Near Santa Cruz Highway (California Route 14), on the right when traveling south.
In 1919, Charles Erskine Scott Wood and Sara Bard Field purchased a beautiful 34-acre site overlooking Los Gatos to establish a refuge for their creative pursuits. Here they commissioned Robert Treat Paine to create two large statures to mark the . . . Map (db m92716) HM
17 California, Siskiyou County, Hornbook — Founding of the American Legion
On Front Street near Henly-Hornbook Road, on the right when traveling north.
This plaque commemorates the 60th anniversary of the American Legion. The national charter was signed in Hornbook on Sept. 16, 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson while his train stopped enroute from Portland to San Francisco.Map (db m88022) HM
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18 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Stamford, Downtown — Freedom Shrine
On Atlantic Street at Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Atlantic Street.
Freedom Shrine Created by the National Exchange Club to strengthen citizen appreciation of our American heritage Presented by the Exchange Club of Stamford Dedicated June 14, 1979 [ Reproductions of historic American documents are . . . Map (db m38610) HM
19 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Salisbury — Central New England Railroad
On East Main Street near Cobble Road, on the left when traveling south.
This is the roadbed for a single-track railroad originally running from Hartford to Millerton constructed in 1871. In 1888 the tracks were extended to the Poughkeepsie Bridge, making it the main trunk line across the Hudson River. Passenger . . . Map (db m42043) HM
20 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Middletown — Russell House
On High Street at Washington Street, on the right when traveling north on High Street.
In 1818, 29-year-old Samuel Russell set sail for Canton, China, to become a merchant in the China trade – and to make his fortune. Within a decade. Russell and Company was a leading firm among American importers, and Samuel Russell was a . . . Map (db m98679) HM
21 Connecticut, New London County, New London, Fort Trumbull — Scientific ResearchWorld War I
Near East Street, on the left when traveling south.
World War I broke out in Europe in 1914, and President Woodrow Wilson firmly resolved that the United States would stay neutral. However, public opinion turned to outrage in 1915, when a U-boat (a German submarine) fired two torpedoes at the . . . Map (db m48391) HM
22 Delaware, New Castle County, Newark — NC-196 — Judge Morris Estate
On Polly Drummond Hill Road, on the right when traveling north.
This estate, now owned and operated by Delaware State Parks, was once known as Chestnut Hill and contains a manor house and approximately 500 acres of land. John Barclay acquired the property after the American Revolution and in 1792 built the main . . . Map (db m154031) HM
23 District of Columbia, Washington, Northeast Washington, Kenilworth Park — Beauty and BusinessKenilworth Aquatic Gardens — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On River Trail Northeast just west of Anacostia Avenue Northeast.
"Beauty cannot be purchased, it must be created." — Helen Shaw Fowler Welcome to these aquatic gardens—transcend the busy streets and embrace the unique beauty, peace and natural rhythm to be found here. The . . . Map (db m145317) HM
24 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Columbia Heights — The Wilson Center
Near Irving Street Northwest east of 15th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east.
To The Glory of God And in grateful memory of one of his servants This building devoted to Christian education Is named for Woodrow Wilson President of Princeton University 1902 — 1910 Governor of the state of New Jersey . . . Map (db m82615) HM
25 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Downtown — "The First of Patriots - The Best of Men"National Mall and Memorial Parks — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On 14th Street Northwest at I Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north on 14th Street Northwest.
Commodore John Barry (1745-1803) was born in County Wexford, Ireland, but by age 15 called Philadelphia, Pennsylvania home. He commanded several Continental Navy ships during the Revolutionary War and won decisive victories over the British. In . . . Map (db m55504) HM
26 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Downtown — The Inaugural Parade Tradition
Near 15th Street Northwest south of G Street Northwest, on the right when traveling south.
This montage showing four presidential inaugural parades along 15th St., NW is based on artist Earl Minderman's 1980 visioning of President thomas Jefferson's inaugural parade as well as historic photos of the inauguration of Presidents Garfield, . . . Map (db m91808) HM
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27 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — 326 — Myrtilla MinerDupont Circle — Diverse Visions | One Neighborhood —
On 20th Street Northwest at N Street Northwest, on the right when traveling north on 20th Street Northwest.
Myrtilla Miner (1815-1864), born near Brookfield, NY, was an idealistic white teacher who came to Washington to teach African Americans. In 1853, with funding from northern abolitionists, she paid $4,000 for a three-acre site at 20th and N . . . Map (db m89607) HM
28 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — The first houses south and west of Dupont CircleDupont Circle — Diverse Visions | One Neighborhood —
On 21st Street Northwest at O Street Northwest, on the right when traveling south on 21st Street Northwest.
The first houses south and west of Dupont Circle were built mostly of brick or brick and sandstone using Queen Anne, Chateauesqe, Richardsonian Romanesque or Georgian Revival styles. The Queen Anne style building at 1400 21st St. has a . . . Map (db m89569) HM
29 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — Tomáš G. Masaryk
On Massachusetts Avenue Northwest at 22nd Street Northwest on Massachusetts Avenue Northwest.
“He had the mind of a scholar, the figure of a sportsman, the bearing of an aristocrat, the position of a king. But he had the heart of a democrat. ...” Dorothy Thompson, NBC broadcast, September 24, 1957. . . . Map (db m30417) HM
30 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Federal Triangle — Armistice and Legacy
On Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest just west of 14th Street Northwest, in the median.
As American troops moved through the Meuse-Argonne, it became apparent that Germany had lost the war. An armistice was signed on November 11, 1918, effective at 11:00 a.m. — the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. In . . . Map (db m171289) HM
31 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Federal Triangle — 6 — Arts and ArtistsMake No Little Plans — Federal Triangle Heritage Trail —
Near Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest west of 12th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east.
Woodrow Wilson Plaza honors President Woodrow Wilson, noted scholar and former president of Princeton University. Located just inside the Ronald Reagan building ahead is the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars, the nation's . . . Map (db m57208) HM
32 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Federal Triangle — World War I Memorial
On 15th Street Northwest at Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest on 15th Street Northwest.
Whether our lives and our deaths were for peace and a new hope or for nothing we cannot say; it is you who must say this. They say: We leave you our deaths. Give them their meaning. We were young, they say. We have died. Remember us. . . . Map (db m171293) WM
33 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Federal Triangle — World War I, 1914-1917
On Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest just west of 14th Street Northwest, in the median.
In the summer of 1914, the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, ignited a continental war between the Central Powers of Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire and the Allies of France, Great . . . Map (db m171277) HM
34 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Foggy Bottom — Robert Latham OwenᎡᎣᏖ ᏞᎺ ᏪO — 1856-1947 —
On C Street Northwest at 20th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west on C Street Northwest.
Teacher, Lawyer, Banker Businessman and Statesman Member, Cherokee Indian Nation U.S. Senator from Oklahoma 1907-1925 Proponent and the First Chairman of the Senate Banking and Currency Committee A Principal Advocate and Co-Sponsor . . . Map (db m197642) HM
35 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Foggy Bottom — The American Red Cross
Near D Street Northwest east of 18th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west.
Generations of Americans have given themselves to help others at home and around the world through the American Red Cross, generously donating time, money and blood. They have helped feed, shelter, and clothe those in need—from thousands of . . . Map (db m131073) HM
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36 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Georgetown — Stephen Osusky1889 - 1973 — Paulina Osusky, 1892 - 1979 —
Near R Street Northwest just east of 30th Street Northwest, on the left when traveling east.
Co-founder of Czecho-Slovakia. Envoy to France. Pillar of the League of Nations. Advisor to the US presidents W. Wilson, F.D. Roosevelt, H.S. Truman.Map (db m189271) HM
37 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Georgetown — The Star-Spangled Banner
On M Street Northwest at 34th Street Northwest, on the left when traveling west on M Street Northwest. Reported permanently removed.
The Flag. The immortal words "star-spangled Banner" refer to the magnificent flag which Francis Scott Key saw "by the dawn's early light" after the British bombardment of Fort McHenry on September 14, 1814. It is the largest flag ever flown in . . . Map (db m82470) HM
38 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Mount Pleasant — 2 — Upheaval and ActivismVillage in the City — Mount Pleasant Heritage Trail —
On 16th Street Northwest north of Irving Street Northwest, on the left when traveling north.
Beginning in the late 1950s, the community leadership of Mount Pleasant changed from the exclusive Citizens Association to an array of new players. Mount Pleasant Neighbors Association was the first alternative group. It presented festivals and . . . Map (db m148598) HM
39 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Penn Quarter — 5850-2019 — Alice Paul1885 - 1977
On 14th Street Northwest at Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling north on 14th Street Northwest.
Suffragist Alice Stokes Paul (1885-1977) advocated a more militant strategy for the woman suffrage movement, which was decades old when she came along, and short on victories. With others she founded the National Woman's Party. She and her . . . Map (db m141267) HM
40 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Penn Quarter — Site of Rhodes Tavern1799 - 1984
On F Street Northwest at 15th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west on F Street Northwest.
Built in 1799, in the hope that the new capital would become a great city. Opened as a tavern and inn by William Rhodes, 1801. Washington's first 'town hall,' where White House architect James Hoban and other citizens met to petition . . . Map (db m39618) HM
41 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Shaw — 4 — Armed ResistanceLift Every Voice — Georgia Ave./Pleasant Plains Heritage Trail —
On Florida Avenue Northwest (Route 29) east of 7th Street Northwest, on the left when traveling west.
Shortly before midnight on July 22, 1919, James Scott, a black army veteran, boarded a streetcar at the corner and nearly lost his life. A few days before, a white mob, including many veterans of World War I, had terrorized Southwest DC, . . . Map (db m130772) HM
42 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Sheridan-Kalorama — Robert Emmet
On Massachusetts Avenue Northwest at 24th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling west on Massachusetts Avenue Northwest.
[front (south) face of statue base: Robert Emmet Irish Patriot 1778-1803 [Coat of arms of "The United Irishmen"] [plaque on north face of the statue base:] "I wished to procure for my country the guarantee which . . . Map (db m30850) HM
43 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Sheridan-Kalorama — Robert Emmet: Irish PatriotRock Creek Park — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On 24th Street Northwest north of Massachusetts Ave Northwest, on the left when traveling north.
"I wished to procure for my country the guarantee which Washington procured for America"
The centerpiece of this small park is a sculpture of Irish patriot Robert Emmet that serves as a tribute to how American . . . Map (db m112614) HM
44 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Sheridan-Kalorama — 11 — The PresidentsSheridan Kalorama — Call Box Restoration Project
On Wyoming Avenue Northwest at 23rd Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east on Wyoming Avenue Northwest. Reported damaged.
Five presidents lived in Sheridan-Kalorama between 1916 and 1930. Warren G. Harding lived at 2314 Wyoming Avenue while a senator from Ohio. William Howard Taft lived across the street at 2215 Wyoming Avenue while Chief Justice of the Supreme Court . . . Map (db m112606) HM
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45 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Sheridan-Kalorama — Woodrow Wilson House
On S Street Northwest east of 24th Street Northwest, on the right when traveling east.
Woodrow Wilson House has been designated a Registered National Historic Landmark under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 This site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and . . . Map (db m112613) HM
46 District of Columbia, Washington, Southeast Washington, Navy Yard — Presidential Fans / Fans! / Congressional Baseball GameBaseball Americana
Near South Capitol Street Southeast at Potomac Avenue Southeast, on the right when traveling north.
Presidential Fans a. Woodrow Wilson throws out the first pitch on Opening Day, 1916. National Photo Company. b. Calvin Coolidge and Senators ace Walter Johnson, 1924. National Photo Company. c. President Herbert . . . Map (db m179719) HM
47 District of Columbia, Washington, Southwest Washington, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB) — In Memory of Col. Raynal C. Bolling
Near McChord Street Southwest east of Brookley Avenue Southwest, on the left when traveling east.
[Panel No. 1]: "Whatever happens to me will be the result of action, not inaction or drift."                                                   Bolling [Panel No. 2]: On April 7, 1917, the day after President Wilson's . . . Map (db m63899) HM
48 District of Columbia, Washington, Southwest Washington, Southwest Waterfront — "a magnificent waterfront entranceway…"
Near Maine Avenue Southwest at 9th Street Southwest, on the right when traveling east.
"a magnificent waterfront entranceway…" Pierre Charles L'Enfant architect of the Nation's Capital City, describing the Southwest Waterfront to President George Washington
Situated at the confluence of the Potomac and . . . Map (db m109326) HM
49 District of Columbia, Washington, Southwest Washington, Southwest Waterfront — Cherry Blossoms
On Water Street Southwest just south of M Place Southwest, on the left when traveling north.
This Potomac Riverfront has hosted numerous celebrations, and the views during the Cherry Blossom Festival from the Southwest Waterfront are unrivaled, attracting the likes of President Wilson and Eleanor Roosevelt.Map (db m239003) HM
50 District of Columbia, Washington, Southwest Washington, The National Mall — District of Columbia World War MemorialNational Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior — National Mall & Memorial Parks
On Independence Avenue Southwest west of 17th Street Southwest, on the right when traveling west. Reported permanently removed.
[Panel 1: northeast corner wayside.] “This monument stands for men who fought not alone for their country, but to establish the principles of justice and peace. We pay tribute here to their valor. We honor them for their . . . Map (db m76573) HM
51 Florida, Brevard County, Melbourne — Roesch House
On Highland Avenue.
The exact year the Roesch house was built is unknown. It was probably constructed sometime after 1892. It was constructed by William Russell Roesch. Roesch was made city treasurer of Eau Gallie in 1887. Roesch was also mayor of Eau Gallie numerous . . . Map (db m49136) HM
52 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Albert Hazen Blanding1876 - 1970 — ☆ ☆ ☆ —
Near Tallahassee Street south of Minden Street, on the right when traveling north.
1895 Enlisted in the Gainesville Guards, Florida State Troops. 1899 Commissioned Captain in the Florida National Guard, September 23, and served as the Regimental Adjutant of the Second Florida Infantry. 1908 Promoted . . . Map (db m177274) HM WM
53 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — United States occupation of Haiti1915 - 1934 — Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near U.S. 301, 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The United States occupation of Haiti began on July 28, 1915 when 330 US Marines landed at Port-au-Prince on the authority of U.S. President Woodrow Wilson to safeguard the interests of U.S. corporations. It ended on August 1, 1934 after Franklin . . . Map (db m194405) WM
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54 Florida, Lee County, Fort Myers — Manatee Island
On Palm Beach Boulevard.
Manatee Island, in the Caloosahatchee River, is hereby donated to the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to inspire a renewed interest in land dedicated to the formation of the Caloosahatchee National Wildlife Refuge, established July 1, 1920, by . . . Map (db m106680) HM
55 Florida, Leon County, Tallahassee, Woodland Drives — F-393 — Governor John W. Martin House
On Desoto Park Drive at East Lafayette Street, on the right when traveling south on Desoto Park Drive.
John Martin was born in Plainfield, Marion County, Florida on June 21, 1884. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1914. He joined the Democratic Party and toured the state making speeches in support of President Woodrow Wilson before and during . . . Map (db m79523) HM
56 Florida, Pinellas County, St. Petersburg — The United States Veterans Memorial
On 1st Avenue North west of 3rd Street North, on the right when traveling west.
(approach) The United States Veterans Memorial Dedicated to All Veterans • Past • Present • Future 1775 • ---- (North-Center-Upper) Old Glory I am the Star Spangled Banner ..... . . . Map (db m99441) WM
57 Florida, Santa Rosa County, Milton — World War I1914 - 1918 — Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Plaza —
Near Willing Street, 0.1 miles west of Caroline Street.
August 1, 1914 Germany Declares War On Russia & France August 4, 1914 Wilson Declares U.S. Neutrality May 7, 1915 Germans Sink Lusitania January 31, 1917 Germany Resumes Submarine . . . Map (db m152468) WM
58 Florida, Seminole County, Sanford — Mount Vernon GroveFeatured Tree — Mount Vernon Red Maple
Near West 7th Street just west of Myrtle Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
1 • Mount Vernon Red Maple Planted in honor of the Founders of the City of Sanford, Florida on February 10, 1992. This red maple has been grown from seeds collected at Mount Vernon, President George Washington's beloved home on the . . . Map (db m214875) HM
59 Florida, Volusia County, Deltona — World War IDeltona Veteran’s Memorial Park
Near Evard Avenue at Elkcam Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
World War I (The Great War) 1914-1919 In Honor of those Who gave their lives in the world first great war
“We shall fight for a universal domination of right by such a concert of free peoples as shall bring peace and . . . Map (db m180094) WM
60 Florida, Walton County, Santa Rosa Beach — F-795 — Gulf Cemetery
On County Road 393, 1.4 miles south of U.S. 98, on the right when traveling south.
Gulf Cemetery was established circa 1910 when the town of Santa Rosa was established on Hogtown Bayou. The town's first families began to bury their loved ones at this site, the area's highest elevation with a view of the Gulf of Mexico. The . . . Map (db m78730) HM
61 Georgia, Baldwin County, Milledgeville — Carl Vinson • Mary Green VinsonNov.18, 1883 - June 1, 1981     Sept. 19, 1887 - Nov. 16, 1950
Near S. Liberty Street continued, on the left when traveling south.
Carl Vinson, native son, farmer, lawyer, statesman, served in the United States Congress for 50 years; Chairman of the Naval Affairs Committee; Chairman of the Armed Services Committee; an advocate for Military Preparedness; He was credited with . . . Map (db m42626) HM
62 Georgia, Burke County, Waynesboro — 017-10 — Waynesborough
On E. 6th Street at N. Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west on E. 6th Street.
On July 31, 1783, an Act was passed by the General Assembly meeting in Augusta to lay out a town, Waynesborough, on reserved or private land. Commissioners named (Thomas Lewis, Sr., Thomas Lewis, Jr., John Duhart, Edward Telfair, John Jones) were . . . Map (db m7868) HM
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63 Georgia, Chatham County, Savannah, Historic District - North — 025-35 — Independent Presbyterian Church
On Bull Street near Oglethorpe Avenue, on the left.
The Independent Presbyterian Church was organized in 1755. The first meeting house stood facing Market Square in Savannah, between what are now St. Julian and Bryan Streets, on property granted by King George II for the use and benefit of those . . . Map (db m5515) HM
64 Georgia, DeKalb County, Stone Mountain — The Country Comes Before Me
Near Robert E Lee Boulevard at Memorial Hall Circle, on the right when traveling east.
Tablet #1 The richer, the wiser, the more powerful a man is, the greater is the obligation upon him to employ his gifts in the lessening of that sum of human misery. John Randolph Tablet #2 Those who labor in the earth . . . Map (db m87449) WM
65 Georgia, Floyd County, Rome — Ellen Louise Axson WilsonWife of the 28th President of the United States
Near Unnamed Cemetery Road, 0.1 miles north of Myrtle Street.
Born in Savannah, Georgia, May 15, 1860 Moved to Rome, Georgia, March 1866 Graduated from Rome Female College, 1876 Attended New York Art Students League, 1884-1885 Her father, The Rev. Mr. Samuel Edward Axson was pastor of Rome’s . . . Map (db m39430) HM
66 Georgia, Glynn County, Jekyll Island — First Transcontinental Call
On Riverview Dr., on the right when traveling north.
First Transcontinental Telephone call was submitted by a telephone of this type January 25, 1915. Mr. Theodore N. Vail, President American Telephone and Telegraph Company talked from Jekyll Island, Georgia to Mr. Alexander Graham Bell, inventor of . . . Map (db m18494) HM
67 Georgia, Richmond County, Augusta — 121-18 — Boyhood Home of Woodrow Wilson
On 7th Street near Telfair Street, on the right when traveling south.
Woodrow Wilson, later to become 27th President of the United States, lived in this Manse of the First Presbyterian Church of which his father, Dr. Joseph R. Wilson, was pastor from 1858 to 1870. Wilson was born in Staunton, Va., in 1856 and he later . . . Map (db m9856) HM
68 Georgia, Richmond County, Augusta — 121-6 — Joseph R. Lamar, Associate JusticeSupreme Court of the United States
Joseph Rucker Lamar (1857-1916) lived in this manse from 1860-1875 while his father, James Sanford Lamar, was pastor of First Christian Church. A prominent attorney, he served two terms in the Georgia legislature and codified the civil code of . . . Map (db m14886) HM
69 Georgia, Richmond County, Augusta — 121-11 — The First Presbyterian Church
On Telfair Street.
Organized by the Rev. Washington McKnight, rector of Richmond Academy, in 1804. Met at first at site of St. Paul`s Church, incorporated by the Georgia General Assembly and given a lot on the common by Richmond Academy Trustees. Cornerstone of the . . . Map (db m9838) HM
70 Georgia, Wilkes County, Washington — Wisteria Hall1795
On East Robert Toombs Avenue (Business U.S. 78) at Poplar Drive, on the left when traveling east on East Robert Toombs Avenue.
Faced N to Old Augusta Road 1800s Maria Randolph added Portico Facing S Guests Woodrow Wilson Logan BleckleyMap (db m129205) HM
71 Illinois, Cook County, Chicago, The Loop District — Blackstone HotelMarshall & Fox, architects — 1910 —
On East Balboa Avenue near South Michigan Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
An outstanding example of Modern French style of Beaux-Arts Classical architecture. As one of the city's earliest luxury hotels, it became the "Hotel of Presidents," serving as host to a dozen U.S. Presidents, including Woodrow Wilson, Franklin D. . . . Map (db m94409) HM
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72 Illinois, Kane County, Geneva — World War I(1917-1918 U.S. Involvement)
Major Campaigns and Deaths Meuse-Argonne, France (9/18-11/18) 26,277 Aisne-Marne, France (7/18-8/18) 6,992 Somme, France (8/18-11/18) 3,221 Oise-Aisne, France (8/18-11/18) 1,919 St. Mihiel, France (9/18) 1,799 . . . Map (db m94883) HM WM
73 Illinois, Madison County, Alton — Freedom Shrine
On Tavernier Way, 0.2 miles south of West MacArthur Drive (Illinois Route 111/140), on the left when traveling south.
Theodore Roosevelt Letter On Cuba On January 22, 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt wrote to Secretary of War William Howard Taft rejecting the idea of a protectorate over Cuba and expressing his determination that the United States should . . . Map (db m169581) HM
74 Illinois, Morgan County, Jacksonville — William Jennings Bryan
On West State Street just east of West Street, on the right when traveling west.
On this site on July 4th, 1883, distinguished American William Jennings Bryan (1860-1925) began his practice of law and journey to national prominence. The forthright, spirited Bryan would become a Congressman from Nebraska, three-time Democratic . . . Map (db m149914) HM
75 Illinois, Sangamon County, Springfield — The Wedding of the Rose and the Lotus
On 5th Street.
This painting by Nicholas Vachel Lindsay (1879-1931), entitled "The Wedding of the Rose and the Lotus" was a companion piece to one of Lindsay's poems. Lindsay recited the poem in 1915 for President Woodrow Wilson's Cabinet to commemorate the . . . Map (db m57195) HM
76 Indiana, Marion County, Indianapolis, Downtown — Madame C.J. Walker Timeline
On Indiana Avenue west of North West Street, on the right when traveling west.
1867 Born Sarah Breedlove on December 23 in Delta, Louisiana 1882 Moves to Vicksburg, Mississippi with siser, Louvenia 1882 Marries Moses McWilliams 1885 Gives birth to daughter, Lelia 1887 Widowed when McWilliams . . . Map (db m132762) HM
77 Indiana, Marion County, Indianapolis, Downtown — Whitley CountyOrganized in 1838 — Named for William Whitley —
Near North Blackford Street north of Indianapolis Cultural Trail, on the right when traveling north.
Farmers produce large crops of corn, hay, and winter wheat in Whitley County, where more than 80 percent of the land is used for farming. This county's contributions to the arts include the manufacturing of internationally renowned bassoons. . . . Map (db m238955) HM
78 Indiana, Wabash County, North Manchester — 85.2007.1 — Thomas Riley Marshall
On N. Market St, 0.1 miles north of E. 4th Street.
(Front Side) Born 1854 in North Manchester in this house on Main Street. Was Governor of Indiana 1909-13. Under his leadership, Indiana General Assembly enacted legislation, called the "Marshall Constitution," to improve government . . . Map (db m61111) HM
79 Indiana, Whitley County, Columbia City — Marshall, McNagny & ClugstonAttorneys at Law
On Chauncey Street at Van Buren Street (State Road 30), on the left when traveling north on Chauncey Street.
Offices of this once prominent group were above - second floor front from 1889 - 1908. Thomas R. Marshall (1854 - 1925) Governor of Indiana 1909 - 1913 and U.S. Vice President with Pres. Woodrow Wilson two terms 1913 - 1921. William F. . . . Map (db m16273) HM
80 Indiana, Whitley County, Columbia City — Thomas Riley Marshall
On West Van Buren Street, 0 miles east of Chauncey Street, on the left when traveling west.
Whitley County’s most distinguished citizen was a Columbia City resident active in civic affairs for 33 years. Born at North Manchester March 14, 1854. Spent boyhood years at nearby Pierceton and youth at Wabash College at Crawfordsville. . . . Map (db m12269) HM
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81 Iowa, Cherokee County, Cherokee — Cherokee County Freedom Rock Veterans Memorial
On W Main St at N 6th St on W Main St.
Francis L. Sampson 1912-1996 Francis L. Sampson's amazing record as a war hero put him in history books. As the "Paratrooper Padre" in World War II, he was one of the 20th century's best-known Army Chaplains. His real life story of . . . Map (db m126926) HM WM
82 Iowa, Dallas County, Waukee — 24 — Historic Des Moines / Noted Des Moines Residents
Near Interstate 80 at milepost 119,, 1.9 miles east of Ute Avenue (County Road R22), on the right when traveling east. Reported permanently removed.
The fork of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers was recognized as an ideal site a military post as early 1834. Fort Des Moines was established in 1843, but was abandoned in 1846 following the treaty whereby the Sauk and Mesquakie Indians relinquished . . . Map (db m33004) HM
83 Iowa, Polk County, Mitchellville — 23 — Historic Des Moines / Noted Des Moines Residents
Near Route 80 at milepost 147,, 1.2 miles west of 112 Street NE (County Road S27), on the right when traveling west.
The fork of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers was recognized as an ideal site a military post as early 1834. Fort Des Moines was established in 1843, but was abandoned in 1846 following the treaty whereby the Sauk and Mesquakie Indians relinquished . . . Map (db m33009) HM
84 Kansas, Crawford County, Pittsburg — Alexander Howat — Miners’ Memorial at Immigrant Park —
On 2nd Street near Pine Street, on the right when traveling west.
Among the many significant European immigrants in Kansas history is Alexander Howat, President of District 14 of the United Mine Workers of America. He was chiefly responsible for the organization of a powerful and militant union membership in the . . . Map (db m35668) HM
85 Kansas, Pawnee County, Larned — 108 — Birthplace of Farm Credit
On U.S. 56 at milepost 181, on the left when traveling east.
This 280 acres was collateral for the nation's first Federal Land Bank loan made on April 10, 1917 to farmer-stockman A. L. Stockwell. In those days, farmers and ranchers found credit hard to come by. If available, it was often very expensive . . . . . . Map (db m55285) HM
86 Kansas, Sedgwick County, Wichita — Fifty Star FlagBicentennial Flag Memorial
With the admission of Alaska in 1959 and Hawaii in 1960, the present fifty-star flag came into being. Like other flags of our nation, the fifty-star flag has seen the varied conditions that can beset a dynamic association of peoples. Under it, the . . . Map (db m56971) HM
87 Kansas, Shawnee County, Topeka — Corridor of Flags
Near NW Railroad Street near NW Curtis Street, on the left when traveling west.
Delaware, 1st State December 7, 1787 1609 • Henry Hudson visited Delaware Bay 1638 • Swedish colonists established Fort Christina, Delaware's first permanent settlement, and founded the colony of New Sweden 1655 • Dutch captured New . . . Map (db m47214) HM
88 Kentucky, Rowan County, Morehead — Spirit of the American Doughboy
On Bridge Street at East Main Street, on the right when traveling west on Bridge Street.
To the boys of Rowan County who gave their lives in the service of their country during the World War, this monument is honorably dedicated. Andrew Alfrey, Morehead. • Elisha Conn, Smile. • Earl Cornette, Clearfield. • William . . . Map (db m164335) WM
89 Kentucky, Shelby County, Shelbyville — Shelby County WWI Honor Roll
Near 5th Street south of Main Street (Kentucky Route 53), on the right when traveling south.
This tablet is dedicated in memory of the boys of Shelby County who gave their lives and were wounded in the World War. Those Who Gave Their Lives {List of names} Those Who Were Wounded . . . Map (db m137633) WM
90 Louisiana, Ascension Parish, Gonzales — "The War to End War"- President Woodrow Wilson
Near South Irma Boulevard, 0.3 miles north of East Worthey Street, on the right when traveling north.
U.S. President Woodrow Wilson had lofty goals for World War I, including his hope that the war would create a set of conditions that made future wars impossible. Along with his plea that the war should be fought "to make the world safe for . . . Map (db m114884) HM WM
91 Louisiana, Ascension Parish, Gonzales — World War IThe Great War — 1914-1918 —
Near South Irma Boulevard, 0.3 miles East Worthey Street, on the right when traveling north.
Panel 1 BackgroundWorld War I, also known as the Great War, was a global clash between most of the world's great powers from 1914 to 1918. The participating nations divided themselves into two camps. On one side, Austria-Hungary, Germany, . . . Map (db m115036) HM
92 Maine, Hancock County, Bar Harbor — “Hot Line” to EuropeAcadia National Park — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Otter Cliff Road, on the right when traveling south.
A US Navy radio station here at Otter Cliffs served as the most important World War I facility for receiving transatlantic messages – including the first bulletin about the armistice. Alessandro Fabbri, a wealthy island resident and inventor, . . . Map (db m106555) HM
93 Maryland, Baltimore, Downtown — War Memorial
On East Lexington Street, on the right when traveling east.
"It is a fearful thing to lead this great, peaceful people into war, into the most terrible and disastrous of all wars, civilization itself seeming to be in the balance. But the right is more precious than the peace, and we shall fight . . . Map (db m6294) HM
94 Maryland, Baltimore, Madison Park — Woodrow Wilson1864-1932
On Eutaw Place, on the right when traveling south.
Coming to this house as a Hopkins Ph.D. candidate was the first step towards Princeton University's presidency, New Jersey's governorship and the White House.Map (db m6558) HM
95 Maryland, Baltimore, Mid-Town Belvedere — Mount Royal StationIcon for the Industrial Age
On Cathedral Street.
A monument to the golden era of rail travel, the Mount Royal Station enjoys a special place in the history of Baltimore and the nation—the home of the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) Railroad and birthplace of American railroading. The history of the B&O . . . Map (db m208442) HM
96 Maryland, Baltimore, Mount Vernon — Educating Baltimore: Music, History and AcademiaMount Vernon Cultural Walk
On North Howard Street.
Across Howard Street, Johns Hopkins University opened in 1876 as America’s first research university. The University attracted and trained some of the best minds of the 19th century: philosophers Josiah Royce and Charles Sanders Pierce; physician . . . Map (db m102805) HM
97 Maryland, Baltimore, Mount Vernon — Lafayette Monument
On North Charles Street at Monument Street, in the median on North Charles Street.
La Fayette, immortal because a self-forgetful servant of justice and humanity. Beloved by all Americans because he acknowledged no duty more sacred than to fight for the freedom of his fellow men. —Woodrow . . . Map (db m2394) HM
98 Maryland, Charles County, Indian Head — Railroad at Naval Proving Ground — Indian Head Rail Trail —
Near Mattingly Avenue, 0.2 miles south of Indian Head Highway (Maryland Route 210), on the left when traveling south.
The Indian Head White Plains Railroad, which became the current rail trail, connected to an internal railroad system at the Indian Head Naval Proving Ground. The existing railroad system at Indian Head reflects four periods: of development: Naval . . . Map (db m98545) HM
99 Maryland, Frederick County, Frederick — Francis Scott KeyFrederick's Immortal Patriot — 1779 - 1843 —
On South Market Street (Maryland Route 355) south of Fox's Alley, on the right when traveling south.
The man Americans honor as the author of "The Star-Spangled Banner" began his life and career in Frederick County, Maryland. Here he first learned the American values that guided his life. Key was a child of the American Revolution, and saw . . . Map (db m198000) HM
100 Maryland, Montgomery County, Gaithersburg — Schwartz House / City HallBuilt: 1895
Near South Summit Avenue close to Old Towne Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The house that would one day become City Hall was built for Henry Miller, an active businessman in early Gaithersburg, and his wife Rosa. In 1913, the house was bought by Edward P. Schwartz, a Washington, DC real estate broker. Here he established a . . . Map (db m3312) HM

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