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By Syd Whittle, March 18, 2006
Fort Stockton Marker
101 California, San Diego County, San Diego — 54 — Fort Stockton
Near Presidio Drive.
Fortified briefly by Carlos Carrillo in 1838. This site became Fort Dupont (July – November 1846) after American forces took Old Town during the Mexican War. Retaken and held briefly by the Californios, it fell once more to the Americans, who . . . Map (db m229661) HM
102 California, San Diego County, San Diego — In Memory of the Heroes of the Battle of San PasqualThey fought a good fight
Near Cabrillo Memorial Drive.
1st United States Dragoons Company C Sergent. John Cox • Corporl William. C. West • Private George Ashmead • Private Joseph T. Campbell • Private Williamm. Dalton • Private John Dunlop • Private Joseph B. Kennedy • Private William. C. Leckey . . . Map (db m82318) HM WM
103 California, San Diego County, San Diego — In Memory of the Mormon Battalion
Near Cabrillo Memorial Drive.
whose members made the longest military march in U.S. History of over 2000 miles from Iowa to San Diego in 1846 – 1847 during the war with Mexico. Albert Warren Dunham Private – Company B 23 May 1828 – 11 May 1847 . . . Map (db m82319) HM WM
104 California, San Diego County, San Diego — 72 — Juan Bandini
[Upper Marker] Dedicated to Juan Bandini 1800 – 1859 Patriot and Friend of the United States [Lower Marker] This structure has been recorded by the Historic American Buildings Survey of the United . . . Map (db m143529) HM
105 California, San Diego County, San Diego — 7 — Mormon Battalion
On Jackson Street.
No. 7 Dedicated in commemoration the heroic sacrifice and history-making achievements of the Mormon Battalion "whose march over 2000 miles from Council Bluffs, Iowa to San Diego help to win California for the Union and open a . . . Map (db m51992) HM
106 California, San Diego County, San Diego — 452 — Mule Hill
On Pomerado Road near Interstate 15, on the right when traveling west.
On December 7, 1846, day following Battle of San Pasqual fought five miles east of here, General Stephen Kearny’s command while marching on San Diego was attacked by Californians. The Americans counter-attacked, occupied hill until December 11 when . . . Map (db m40829) HM
107 California, San Diego County, San Diego — Services of the Mormon Battalion
Near Presidio Drive.
The historic march of the Mormon Battalion -- -- More than 2000 miles through the wilderness -- -- was made in fulfillment of official U.S. orders. Brigham Young, Prophet – Leader of the Mormons, personally recruited these troops. The . . . Map (db m51990) HM
108 California, San Diego County, San Diego — The 500 Volunteer Soldiers of the Mormon Battalion1840 - 1848
Near Presidio Drive.
In the midst of preparations for their exodus to the Valley of the Great Salt Lake, the Mormon pioneers were asked by the United States government to enlist a battalion of 500 volunteers for service in the war with Mexico. These troops started from . . . Map (db m51991) HM
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109 California, San Diego County, San Diego — The Mormon Battalion at San Diego
Near Presidio Drive.
On arriving at San Diego on January 29, 1847, soldiers of the Mormon Battalion occupied Fort Stockton on this site. They promptly began to improve this community, digging the first wells, creating the first pumps to draw water, building the first . . . Map (db m196145) HM
110 California, San Diego County, San Diego — 257 — Women of the Mormon Battalion
Near Presidio Drive.
[Marker located on Front of Base:] Mormon women were anxious to reach the glorious West and any means offered seemed an answer to prayer to help them on their way. When it was learned four laundresses would be allowed each of the five . . . Map (db m241388) HM
111 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Chinatown — 119 — Portsmouth PlazaAn Historic Shrine
Near Kearny Street near Washington Street.
Named for U.S.S. Portsmouth commanded by Capt. John B. Montgomery, after whom Montgomery Street was named. It was here on the plaza that Capt. Montgomery first raised the American flag near the Mexican adobe custom house on July 9, 1846. This plaza . . . Map (db m143438) HM
112 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Chinatown — Raising of the American Flag
Near Washington Street near Walter U Lum Place, on the right when traveling east.
On this spot the American flag was first raised in San Francisco by Commander John B. Montgomery of the U.S.S. Portsmouth July 9, 1846 Map (db m81722) HM
113 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Financial District — 81 — Commander John B. Montgomery's Landing Site
On Montgomery Street at Clay Street, on the right when traveling north on Montgomery Street.
On July 9, 1846, in the early morning, in “the days when water came up to Montgomery Street,” Commander John B. Montgomery – for whom Montgomery Street was named – landed near this spot from the U.S. Sloop-of-War . . . Map (db m143434) HM
114 California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Lincoln Park — Port of San FranciscoCanoes, Clipper Ships & Steamers
Near El Camino Del Mar near Seal Rock Drive.
From the native Ohlone and Miwok peoples’ tule reed canoes to today’s immense cargo ships, vessels have plied San Francisco Bay for many centuries. In 1775, the Spanish ship San Carlos sailed through the Golden Gate to become the . . . Map (db m210704) HM
115 California, San Joaquin County, Stockton — 513 — John Brown(California’s Paul Revere)
On Weber Street at Union Street, on the right when traveling east on Weber Street.
In 1846, during American conquest of California, John Brown, nicknamed “Juan Flaco,” rode from Los Angeles to San Francisco in four days to warn Commodore Stockton of the siege of Los Angeles. As a result, troops were sent and the city secured. This . . . Map (db m16011) HM
116 California, San Luis Obispo County, San Miguel — Lt. Col. John C. Fremont
On Mission Street.
Lt. Col. John C. Fremont and his 430 American volunteers camped on this hill December 10 - 11, 1846 and took the Mission San Miguel. Fremont's march from San Juan Bautista to San Fernando brought about the Cahuenga Capitulation January 13, . . . Map (db m59991) HM
117 California, Santa Clara County, San Jose, Downtown San Jose — Captain Thomas Fallon
On St. James Street at Julian Street on St. James Street. Reported permanently removed.
This statue of Captain Thomas Fallon was commissioned in 1988. It memorializes the raising of the U.S. flag in San Jose in 1846, when California was still part of Mexico. Scheduled to be installed in 1990, the statue generated an intense . . . Map (db m232903) HM
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118 California, Santa Clara County, San Jose, Downtown San Jose — Henry Morris Naglee
On East Saint John Street west of North 3rd Street, on the right when traveling west.
Brigadier General United States Volunteers Lieutenant Colonel United States Army A Citizen of San Jose Born 1815 • Settled in California 1847 • Died 1886 This monument commemorates his service to the Country in the Mexican and Civil . . . Map (db m30196) HM
119 California, Santa Clara County, San Jose, Downtown San Jose — Juzgado
On South Market Street at Post Street, on the right when traveling south on South Market Street.
On this site stood the Juzgado, or town hall, of the Pueblo de San José. Constructed of adobe in 1798, it housed the jail, the court and the offices of the comisionado and alcalde, and was the pueblo's primary governmental building. When Captain . . . Map (db m31152) HM
120 California, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara — 260 — Armistice Oak Tree Site
On El Camino Real (California Route 82) at Lincoln Street, on the right when traveling south on El Camino Real.
Here, on January 8, 1847, Francisco Sanchez, leader of a California band surrendered himself and some American prisoners and arms to Lieut. Grayson thus ending the “Battle of Santa Clara” or the “Battle of the Mustard Stalks” of January 2, 1847. . . . Map (db m2627) HM
121 California, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara — Battle of Santa Clara
On El Camino Real (State Highway 82) near Bowe Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
On January 2, 1847, somewhere hereabouts was fought the last northern battle of the Mexican War. The official casualty report: “Dead none, Wounded none, Missing but one on the American side and he came up shortly afterwards stating that he had . . . Map (db m24337) HM
122 California, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara — 260 — Santa Clara Campaign Treaty Site
On El Camino Real at Lincoln Street, on the left when traveling south on El Camino Real.
After armed confrontation nearby on January 2, 1847, and a truce meeting the following day, Marine Capt. Ward Marston, commander of the United States expeditionary force, and Francisco Sánchez, leader of the Mexican-Californian ranchers, agreed to a . . . Map (db m57844) HM
123 California, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara — The Battle of Santa ClaraJanuary 2-7, 1847
On El Camino Real near Lincoln Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Battle of Santa Clara was the only campaign fought in the Northern district of California between Californios and United States forces during the Mexican-American war. In the 1840’s an oak forest grew near the present Lawrence Expressway, . . . Map (db m81727) HM
124 California, Santa Clara County, Santa Clara, Central San Jose — Captain Harry Love
Near North Winchester Boulevard.
Here lies Captain Harry Love, who with a troop of twenty others, on July 25, 1853 allegedly killed bandits Joaquin Murrieta and Three Fingered Jack near Arroyo de Cantua, Fresno County, California. Born in Vermont, Love first visited Alta . . . Map (db m24122) HM
125 California, Santa Cruz County, Watsonville — 998 — Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe
On Old Adobe Road. Reported missing.
The Castro Adobe is an outstanding example of Monterey Colonial architectural styling. The adobe functioned as a regional social center due to the importance of its location as the governing seat of the Castro family rural empire, which reached . . . Map (db m2354) HM
126 California, Shasta County, Cottonwood — 10 — Site of Reading AdobeRancho Buena Ventura
On Adobe Road at Drybread Road, on the right when traveling east on Adobe Road.
Home of Pierson Barton Reading (1816-1868)-California Pioneer of 1843-Major in Fremont's California Battalion, Mexican War of 1846, signer of Capitulation of Cahuenga-discoverer of second major gold strike 1848-adobe built here 1847, designated seat . . . Map (db m57814) HM
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127 California, Solano County, Vallejo — 24 Pounder from the USS Independence
On 8th Street at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling east on 8th Street.
The Independence was built during the War of 1812 for service against Great Britain. She was the first ship-of-the-line, or vessel with 3 gun decks, in the United States Navy. In 1846 she came to the Pacific and participated in the capture of . . . Map (db m153494) HM
128 California, Solano County, Vallejo — This Eight Inch Gun
On Tennessee Street west of Wilson Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This eight inch gun was part of the battery of the frigate Independence Placed on board at New York in 1841 Participated in capture of Guaymas and Mazatlan 1847Map (db m217891) HM WM
129 California, Solano County, Vallejo — USS Independence Cannon
On Tennessee Street west of Butte Street, on the right when traveling east.
This eight inch gun was part of the battery of the frigate Independence Placed on board at New York in 1841 Participated in capture of Guaymas and Mazatlan 1847Map (db m218047) HM WM
130 California, Solano County, Vallejo — USS Warren Cannon
On Tennessee Street at Mare Island Way, on the right when traveling west on Tennessee Street.
From battery of USS Warren Guard ship at Monterey during Mexican War Receiving ship at Sausalito and San Francisco 1848-1853 First receiving ship Mare Island 1853-1859Map (db m218044) HM WM
131 California, Sonoma County, Penngrove — 18 — Vallejo’s Petaluma Adobe← 6 Miles
On Adobe Road near Old Redwood Highway. Reported permanently removed.
Built by General M.G. Vallejo, 1834–1844, and known as Casa Grande. According to General Vallejo, “building was of immense proportions with different departments for factories and warehouses.”Map (db m189450) HM
132 California, Sonoma County, Sonoma — Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo1833-1848
Near Old Winery Road east of Lovall Valley Road, on the right when traveling east.
An ambitious and well-educated Californio by the name of Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo founded the town of Sonoma in 1834. From 1835 to 1842, General Vallejo held a number of political and military appointments from a succession of governments in . . . Map (db m231363) HM
133 California, Sonoma County, Sonoma — 667 — Nash-Patton Adobe
This house was built by H.A. Green in 1847. Here John H. Nash was taken prisoner by Lieut. William T. Sherman in July 1847 for refusing to relinquish his post as Alcalde to Lilburn W. Boggs. It was restored in 1931 by Zolita Bates, Great . . . Map (db m15261) HM
134 California, Sonoma County, Sonoma — 501 — Salvador Vallejo Adobe
Home of Captain Salvador Vallejo. He was the brother of General Mariano G. Vallejo, Sonoma’s founder. Built by Indian labor, 1836 – 1846. Occupied by Captain Vallejo and family until Bear Flag Party seized Sonoma, June 14, 1846. Cumberland . . . Map (db m15256) HM
135 California, Sonoma County, Sonoma — 316 — Sonoma Barracks
Near East Spain Street near First Street East.
Erected in 1836 by General H. G. Vallejo. Headquarters of Bear Flag Party which on June 14, 1846 proclaimed a “California Republic” and raised the Bear Flag on Sonoma’s Plaza. Twenty three days later, July 7, 1846, Commodore John Drake Sloat, . . . Map (db m15283) HM
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136 California, Stanislaus County, Modesto — Laird Park
Near West Grayson Road west of Shiloh Road.
Named in honor of John W. Laird, pioneer of 1846. A Mexican War Veteran, miner, ferryman, and civic leader. He established the first private school in this area, and served as commissioner in the organization of Stanislaus County in 1854. Born 1806 . . . Map (db m213853) HM WM
137 California, Sutter County, Sutter — Major General John C. Fremont and his Expedition
On Pass Road, 1.5 miles west of Butte House Road, on the right when traveling west.
In Commemoration of Major General John C. Fremont, U.S. Army, and his expedition, encamped in the Sutter Buttes in this vicinity, May 30, 1848, to June 8, 1848. While on the march from Klamath Lake to Sonoma when he represented the United . . . Map (db m63261) HM
138 California, Tehama County, Red Bluff — 12 — William B. Ide Adobe
Near Adobe Road, on the right when traveling east.
This adobe house, built by William B. Ide reputedly about 1850, represents a typical frontier structure of the American Period. Ide, who came to California with his family in 1845, was the first and only President of the California Republic under . . . Map (db m10346) HM
139 California, Tehama County, Red Bluff — 12 — William B. Ide Adobe← 1 Mile
On Adobe Road at Main Street, on the right when traveling east on Adobe Road.
Built about 1850 by General Ide who came to California with his family in 1845. Helped organize the revolt against the Mexican Mandate requiring Americans to leave California and was first and only President of the California Republic under Bear . . . Map (db m154377) HM
140 California, Tulare County, Porterville — Dr. Samuel Gregg GeorgePatriot • Doctor • Miner • Pioneer
On East Mill Avenue west of East Fig Street, on the left when traveling east.
Born in Ohio, Dr. George saw action in the Mexican War. After studying medicine, he started a practice in Visalia about 1855. He served in the Indian War of 1856, and as a loyal Union man, kept an eye on the Secesh in Tulare, Kern and Coso for Union . . . Map (db m141542) HM
141 California, Tulare County, Strathmore — Old Harmony School
On Welcome Avenue at Road 180, on the left when traveling west on Welcome Avenue.
The original Harmony School opened August 5, 1871, was among the first to serve pioneer families who settled west along the Tule River. The first school building was a one-room one-sided wooden structure. It was located some 100 feet south of this . . . Map (db m141752) HM
142 California, Tuolumne County, Columbia — Mormon Battalion Monument
On State Highway 49 at Rawhide Road (County Highway E5), on the right when traveling north on State Highway 49.
While they were crossing the plains with their families, five hundred Mormon men were inducted into the United States Army in July, 1846 to aid in the war against Mexico in California. The Mormon Battalion marched 2,000 miles from Council Bluffs, . . . Map (db m6842) HM
143 California, Tuolumne County, Sonora — Jacob Richard Stoker1820-1893 — Mark Twain Bret Harte Trail —
On Golden Street at Cemetery Lane on Golden Street.
“His heart was finer metal than any gold his shovel ever brought to light”. Gallant Mex. War veteran fought in principal battles. Came California, ’49, Jackass Hill, ’50. Built famous cabin, intimately associated there with Mark Twain . . . Map (db m53330) HM
144 Colorado, Alamosa County, Mosca — Who Owns This Land?Los Caminos Antiguos Scenic & Historic Byway
On Lane 6N east of State Highway 17, on the left when traveling east.
Ready or not, with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848, Hispano settlers (pobladores) of the San Luis Valley became Americans overnight. The pobladores of the large land grants were legally granted citizenship of the United . . . Map (db m160679) HM
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145 Colorado, Las Animas County, Trinidad — 192 — Welcome to Colorado - Trinidad Country / Trinidad - Army of the West
On Nevada Avenue at North Animas Street, on the right when traveling south on Nevada Avenue.
Panel 1 Welcome to Colorado Colorado's vast plains, rugged mountains and grand plateaus, so magnificent in their beauty and variety seem at times to overshadow the state's history and people. But look closely. The . . . Map (db m97739) HM
146 Colorado, Pueblo County, Pueblo — 60 — The Mormon Battalion
On Stanton Avenue at Locust Street, on the right when traveling north on Stanton Avenue.
This memorial is the Property of the State of Colorado ____ A detachment of United States Soldiers of The Mormon Battalion in the Mexican War spent the winter of 1846-47 near this site. . . . Map (db m96068) HM
147 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Ridgefield — Ridgefield Veterans Monument
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 35) at Branchville Road (Connecticut Route 102), on the left when traveling north on Main Street.
[ west side ] To the Memory of The Citizens of Ridgefield Who Served Their Country In the Wars of the Republic 1775 – 1918 Erected by the People of Ridgefield MCMXXIV [ east side ] War of the . . . Map (db m31972) WM
148 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Stamford, Downtown — Stamford Veterans Memorial
On Atlantic Street at Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Atlantic Street.
[ central pedestal ] Lest We Forget Within this pedestal is placed a time capsule recording for all time those residents of Stamford who responded to the call, some giving their lives while serving in our past wars. In future . . . Map (db m38754) HM
149 Connecticut, Fairfield County, Wilton, Wilton Center — Wilton Veterans Memorial
On Old Ridgefield Road at Glen Side Road, on the left when traveling north on Old Ridgefield Road.
Wilton Veterans Memorial Honoring Those who served Revolutionary War   1775 – 1784 War of 1812   1812 – 1814 Mexican War   1846 – 1848 Civil War   1861 1865 Spanish – American War   1989 – 1902 . . . Map (db m32254) WM
150 Connecticut, Hartford County, Avon — Avon Veterans Monument
On West Main Street (U.S. 202) at Ensign Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street.
[ center panel ] Avon Remembers "No Greater Gift" Mexican War Sperry, Orrin Civil War Beman, Job • Booth, Austin C • Brewer, Gilbert F • Buckley, Frederick O • Calkins, Obed H • Clark, Henry W • Evans, Henry D • Evans, Newton J . . . Map (db m33168) WM
151 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, East Rock — Soldiers and Sailors Monument
On Davis Street at Ridge Road, on the left when traveling west on Davis Street.
[ inscription on the west face of the base ] Gettysburg • Port Hudson • Fort Fisher • 1861-1865 [ inscription on the east face of the base ] Bunker Hill • Bennington • Saratoga • 1775-1783 [ inscription on the south . . . Map (db m34723) WM
152 Connecticut, New Haven County, Waterbury — Waterbury Veteran’s Monument
On West Main Street at Leavenworth Street, on the left when traveling east on West Main Street.
In honor of all those who served in the wars of our country Revolution 1775 – 1783 War of 1812 – 1814 Mexican War 1846 – 1848 Civil War 1861 – 1865 Spanish American War 1898 Korean War 1950 – 1953 . . . Map (db m19923) WM
153 Connecticut, Windham County, Eastford — Eastford Veterans Memorial
On Eastford Road (Connecticut Route 198) at Old Colony Road, on the right when traveling south on Eastford Road.
Dedicated to Eastford Military Veterans In recognition of an appreciation For their service to the United States of America. This monument funded by the family of Charles S. Bowen, Sr., native son, veteran, and patriot. Dedicated . . . Map (db m122612) WM
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154 Connecticut, Windham County, Pomfret, Pomfret Center — In Honor of the Men of Pomfret
On Deerfield Road (Connecticut Route 97) at Pomfret Street (U.S. 44), on the left when traveling west on Deerfield Road.
In Honor of The Men of Pomfret Who served their Country in its struggles for Liberty, Justice and Humanity 1775 Revolutionary War 1783 1812 War of 1812 1814 1848 War with Mexico 1848 1961 Civil War 1865 1898 Spanish . . . Map (db m133602) WM
155 Connecticut, Windham County, Woodstock — Town of Woodstock War Memorial I
On Norwich Worcester Turnpike (Route 169) at Academy Road, on the right when traveling north on Norwich Worcester Turnpike.
(front) In honor of those who served their Country in its struggles for liberty, justice and humanity 1775 Revolutionary War 1783 1812 War of 1812 1814 1846 War with Mexico 1848 1861 Civil War 1865 1898 Spanish America . . . Map (db m123854) WM
156 Delaware, New Castle County, Wilmington, Highlands — Samuel Francis Du Pont
Near W. 19th Street.
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157 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — Daniel Webster Memorial
On Massachusetts Avenue Northwest at Rhode Island Avenue Northwest, on the right when traveling east on Massachusetts Avenue Northwest.
Daniel Webster "Liberty and Union, Now and Forever, One and Inseparable." Expounder and Defender of the Constitution Born at Salisbury, N.H., Jan 18, 1772 Died at Marshfield, Mass., Oct 24, 1852 "Our Country, Our Whole Country, and nothing . . . Map (db m81729) HM
158 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — Samuel Francis Du PontMemorial Fountain in Du Pont Circle
On Dupont Circle Northwest at Connecticut Avenue Northwest on Dupont Circle Northwest.
Samuel Francis Du Pont, United States Navy, 1803 - 1865 This memorial fountain replaces a statue erected by the Congress of the United States in recognition of his distinguished services.Map (db m32426) HM
159 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Dupont Circle — Winfield ScottGeneral-in-Chief, U.S. Army
On Massachusetts Avenue Northwest at 16th Street Northwest, in the median on Massachusetts Avenue Northwest.
SCOTTMap (db m21943) WM
160 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Judiciary Square — Albert Pike Monument
On Indiana Avenue Northwest west of 3rd Street Northwest. Reported permanently removed.
[pedestal, north face:] Albert Pike Vixit Laborum Ejus Supersites Sunt Fructus Author - Poet [pedestal, west face:] Scholar - Soldier [pedestal, south face:] Erected 1901 by the Supreme Council of . . . Map (db m29652) HM
161 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, Old Soldiers Home — Winfield Scott
On Marshall Drive Northwest east of MacArthur Drive Northwest, on the right when traveling east.
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162 Florida, Alachua County, Earleton — F-625 — Earleton, Florida
On County Road 1469 north of NE 77th Lane.
Earleton is named for General Elias B. Earle (1821-1893) who received government land grants in Florida for his service in the U.S./Mexican War (1846-48). Born into a prominent South Carolina family, Gen. Earle fought in the Palmetto Regiment, . . . Map (db m41263) HM
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163 Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville — Mexican-American WarVeterans Memorial Park
Near SW 41st Place at SW 75th Street.
We are called upon to vindicate the honor of our Country – – Pres. James PolkMap (db m237731) WM
164 Florida, Brevard County, Melbourne — Mexican War[Melbourne Military Memorial Park]
Near Oak Street south of East Hibiscus Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
The war with Mexico was fought over territorial boundaries in the southern part of Texas. This war lasted from May 3, 1846 to March 10, 1848. The Mexican government ceded two fifths of its territory to the United States which established the . . . Map (db m195343) HM WM
165 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — Mexican War, 1846-1848Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park
Near North US Highway 301, 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, on the right when traveling south.
The national destinies of the United States of America and the Republic of Mexico collided in the 1840s over land, pride, and their futures. The two nations were at war by 1846. Thousands of young men served in their respective armies and navies. . . . Map (db m193871) WM
166 Florida, Marion County, Ocala — Fort Brooke - Tampa, FloridaOcala - Marion County Veterans Memorial Park
Near East Fort King Street, 0.1 miles south of East Silver Springs Boulevard.
Fort Brooke - Tampa, Florida in 1847 & 48 two infantry companies of Florida volunteers restrained the Indians in South Florida while three infantry companies of volunteers went to the Mexican American War. Dedicated to my great, great . . . Map (db m199009) WM
167 Florida, Miami-Dade County, Miami — Wagner HomesteadMiami River Greenway
Near Northwest North River Drive at Northwest 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north.
This 1850s structure is the oldest standing house in Miami-Dade County. It was built by William Wagner, a German immigrant and U.S. Army veteran. After being wounded in the Mexican-American War in 1847, Wagner returned to Fort Moultrie, Georgia to . . . Map (db m78192) HM
168 Florida, Monroe County, Key West — Zachary Taylor
Near Angela Street at Quay Road.
Interesting Details about Zachary Taylor • In 1837, He was promoted to Brigadier General and earned the nickname, "Old Rough and Ready" • Zachary Taylor was the second President to die in office. Within months of his death, this fort, . . . Map (db m240143) HM
169 Florida, Putnam County, Melrose — F-678 — Melrose Cemetery
On State Road 21 at Campbells Lane, on the left when traveling north on State Road 21.
Formerly known as the "Banana burying grounds," the Melrose non-denominational cemetery was established in 1860 by the Eliam Baptist Church, founded in 1859. The farming community of Banana consisted of small farms, a post office / general store and . . . Map (db m101755) HM
170 Florida, Santa Rosa County, Milton — Mexican - American War1846 - 1848 — Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Plazza —
Near Willing Street, 0.1 miles west of Caroline Street.
May 8, 1846 Battle of Palo Alto August 22, 1846 Battle of New Mexico February 22, 1847 Battle of Buena Vista March 9, 1847 Battle of Vera Cruz April 18, 1847 Battle . . . Map (db m152436) WM
171 Florida, St. Johns County, St. Augustine — Mexican WarFlorida National Guard
On Marine Street at St. Francis Street, on the left when traveling west on Marine Street.
Mexican War Vera Cruz, Mexico 1847-1848Map (db m163325) WM
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172 Florida, St. Johns County, St. Augustine — Sons of St. Augustine
Near Aviles Street at Artillery Lane, on the right when traveling south.
These statues tell the story of two residents of the Segui Kirby Smith House. Edmund Kirby Smith (right) was born in this house in 1826 and Alexander H. Darnes (left) a slave of the Smith's was born ca. 1846. E. K. Smith graduated from West . . . Map (db m143639) HM
173 Florida, St. Johns County, St. Augustine — William Wing Loring
On Florida 13 at Cordova Street, on the left when traveling east on Florida 13.
(Front):In memory of a distinguished American soldier, citizen of St. Augustine, Fla. Born December 4, 1818. Died December 30, 1885. His courage in battle was conspicuous; His devotion to duty unfailing; His ability recognized by three . . . Map (db m220164) HM
174 Georgia, Bartow County, Cassville — 008-40 — Grave of Gen. William Tatum Wofford
Near Cassville-White Road at Shinall Gaines Road NW.
Gen. William Tatum Wofford (June 28, 1824 - May 22, 1884), Cav. Capt. in the Mexican War, Col. and Brig. Gen. in the Confederate Army, is buried here. After Fredericksburg he succeeded to the command of Gen. Thomas R. R. Cobb, who was mortally . . . Map (db m30569) HM
175 Georgia, Bibb County, Macon — 011-10 — Alfred Holt Colquitt
Near Riverside Drive (U.S. 23) at Jones Street.
Governor of Georgia (1877-1882), U.S. Congressman (1853-1855), U.S. Senator (1883-1894), Major U.S. Army in the Mexican War, Brigadier-General in the Confederate Army, Alfred Holt Colquitt is buried here. Born in Walton County, Georgia, April 20, . . . Map (db m25393) HM
176 Georgia, Brooks County, Quitman — 014-1 — Brooks County
On East Screven Street (U.S. 84) at South Court Street (U.S. 221), on the right when traveling west on East Screven Street.
This county created by Act of the Legislature Dec. 11, 1858, is named for Preston Smith Brooks, zealous defender of States Rights. Born in S.C. Aug. 6, 1819, Brooks served in the Mexican War & in Congress. He died June 27, 1857. The first County . . . Map (db m26977) HM
177 Georgia, Catoosa County, Ringgold — 023-1 — Catoosa County
On Nashville Street (U.S. 41) 0 miles west of Jail Street, on the left when traveling west.
Created December 5, 1853, the county has an Indian name. Ringgold bears the name of Major Samuel Ringgold, who died of wounds received at the Mexican War battle of Palo Alto in 1846. Taylor’s Ridge, visible for miles, is named for the Indian chief . . . Map (db m19268) HM
178 Georgia, Chatham County, Savannah, Historic District - North — 025-32 — Col. James S. McIntosh (1784-1847)
On Abercorn Street, on the right when traveling north.
James S. McIntosh achieved an immortal record of gallantry in the War of 1812 and in the War with Mexico. In 1814 he saw considerable action on the Canadian border, he was severely wounded at Buffalo. In the Mexican War, Col. McIntosh was . . . Map (db m81621) HM
179 Georgia, Chatham County, Savannah, Yamacraw Village — 25-42 — Birthplace of John C. Frémont
On 500 Block West Bay Street, on the left when traveling west.
One of two native Georgians who served as generals in the U.S. Army during the Civil War, John C. Frémont was born nearby on January 21, 1813. As an army officer, his 1840s explorations of the American West gained him fame as the . . . Map (db m62765) HM
180 Georgia, Clay County, Fort Gaines — 030-7 — Fort Gaines Guards
On Washington Street (Georgia Route 39) 0 miles south of Carroll Street, on the right when traveling south.
Organized in 1836 under the command of Col. J. E. Brown, for 74 years the Fort Gaines Guards was one of the best and, later, the oldest military organization in western Georgia. Kept intact between wars, the Guards fought in the Indian and Mexican . . . Map (db m47097) HM
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181 Georgia, Clay County, Fort Gaines — 030-9 — Gen. Edmund Pendleton Gaines
On Washington Street South (Georgia Route 39) 0 miles north of Hartford Road (Georgia Route 37), on the right when traveling north.
The son of James Gaines, Revolutionary soldier and relative of five Presidents, General Gaines (1777–1849) was born in Virginia. From 1801 to 1804 he built the military highway from Nashville, Tenn., to Natchez, Miss. He made the arrest of . . . Map (db m47515) HM
182 Georgia, Echols County, Statenville — 050-1 — Echols County
On U.S. 129 at Georgia Route 94, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 129.
This County, created by Act of the Legislature Dec. 13, 1858, is named for Col. Robert M. Echols, for 24 years a member of the General Assembly. He was a President of the Georgia Senate and a Brigadier General in the Mexican War during which he . . . Map (db m27038) HM
183 Georgia, Fulton County, Atlanta, Grant Park — Alfred Iverson, Jr.Brigadier General — Confederate States Army —
Born in Clinton, Jones County, Georgia February 14, 1829 Died Atlanta, Georgia March 31, 1911 He was the son of Alfred Iverson, Sr. United States Senator for Georgia and Caroline Goode Holt . . . Map (db m64825) HM WM
184 Georgia, Fulton County, Palmetto — 29 I-B — Palmetto
On Main Street (U.S. 29) at Fayetteville Road, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Palmetto was named by a member of the Palmetto Guards, a Regiment from South Carolina enroute to the Mexican War. This was in appreciation of the hospitality shown them by the community while encamped here in January, 1847Map (db m26267) HM
185 Georgia, Hall County, Gainesville — 069-1 — Lt.-Gen. James Longstreet
Near Spring Street, 0 miles east of Main Street SW.
This was the post-war home of General Longstreet, whom General Lee called his “Old War Horse”. Born in South Carolina January 8, 1821, Longstreet grew up at Augusta. The family moved to Alabama, and he entered West Point from that . . . Map (db m25281) HM
186 Georgia, Haralson County, Buchanan — 071-1 — Haralson County
On Business U.S. 27 at Weatherly Street, on the left when traveling south on U.S. 27Business .
This County, created by Act of the Legislature Jan. 26, 1856, is named for Gen. Hugh A. Haralson, Member of Congress and Chairman of the Committee on Military Affairs during the Mexican War. The County Site is named for James Buchanan, last . . . Map (db m11177) HM
187 Georgia, Lumpkin County, Dahlonega — 093-8 — Dahlonega Mustering Grounds
On North Grove Street NE (U.S. 19) 0 miles Hawkins Street, on the left when traveling north.
During the War Between the States nine companies were organized on this site; five were mustered here in 1861, two in 1862 and two in 1864. Men from other north Georgia counties came to Dahlonega to be mustered here in the companies of Lumpkin . . . Map (db m21035) HM
188 Georgia, Muscogee County, Columbus — Calhoun
Near 14th Street north of Front Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Calhoun-Griffin-Mott House A beautiful mansion once stood at this riverfront location. This opulent urban home overlooking the Chattahoochee River and adjacent to a busy manufacturing district was sequentially the residence of three of the . . . Map (db m217745) HM
189 Georgia, Muscogee County, Columbus — Frontier Wars
Near Front Avenue south of West 6th Avenue.
The Creek Indian War of 1835-1836, which centered on Columbus, began when a group of Indians revolted rather than move from East Alabama to Oklahoma they attacked travelers and settlers and threatened Columbus. State militia . . . Map (db m101487) HM
190 Georgia, Muscogee County, Columbus — 106-16 — The Columbus Guards>>>>------->
On 9th Street, 0 miles west of First Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Site of the last armory of the Columbus Guards, a noted military company chartered by the Georgia Legislature in 1843 and organized in 1835. They served voluntarily in the Indian War, 1836; the War with Mexico, 1846; the War Between the States, the . . . Map (db m43951) HM
191 Georgia, Randolph County, Coleman — 120-6 — Vilulah Settlement
On County Route 160 at County Route 153, on the left on County Route 160.
This marker is erected in memory of those pioneer settlers who laid the foundation of Vilulah Community and built its early progress upon the principles and practices of its Church. Meeting under a bush-arbor in 1867, seventeen members . . . Map (db m12937) HM
192 Georgia, Richmond County, Augusta — 121-26 — Twiggs Cemetery<-------<<<
On Goshen Road at Mike Padgett Highway (Georgia Route 56), on the right when traveling east on Goshen Road.
In the cemetery about 300 yards from here are buried Major-General John Twiggs, a hero of the American Revolution, for whom Twiggs County is named, and his son, Major-General David Emanuel Twiggs, who achieved military distinction in the Mexican . . . Map (db m61699) HM
193 Georgia, Spalding County, Griffin — John McIntosh Kell
On Old Atlanta Road (Old Georgia Route 41) 0.1 miles north of Caruso Road, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
Near this site was the home of Captain John McIntosh Kell, Executive Officer of the Confederate cruisers Alabama and Sumter. After entering the United States Navy at the age of 17, he served in the Mexican War and in 1853 on Perry’s expedition to . . . Map (db m53584) HM
194 Georgia, Spalding County, Griffin — 126-15 — The Fannin Avengers
On Zebulon Road (U.S. 19) at Fair Road, on the right when traveling south on Zebulon Road.
In 1846, when President Polk called for volunteers to fight against Mexico, a company of men organized promptly in Griffin. Calling themselves “The Fannin Avengers”, they marched to Columbus where the company became part of a regiment . . . Map (db m27576) HM
195 Georgia, Taliaferro County, Sharon — 131-14 — Grave of Brig. Gen. Aaron W. Grier
On Raytown Road NE (County Route 79) at Fairplay Road (County Route 81), on the left when traveling east on Raytown Road NE.
About 3/4 miles from here, in the Grier family cemetery, is the marked grave of Gen. Aaron Grier, born near here Dec. 2, 1794. When quite young, with Gen. Floyd, he fought the Creek Indians, distinguishing himself at the Battles of Autossee and . . . Map (db m24909) HM
196 Georgia, Taylor County, Butler — 133-4 — Taylor County
On West Main Street (Georgia Route 137) at South Broad Street (U.S. 19) when traveling east on West Main Street.
Taylor County was created by Act of Jan. 15, 1852 from parts of Macon, Marion and Talbot Counties. It was named for Zachary Taylor (1784-1850), 12th President of the U.S., Major-General, Commander of the Army of the Rio Grande. Known as “Old . . . Map (db m27232) HM
197 Georgia, Walker County, Chickamauga — Lee Avenue — General Robert E. Lee, CSA 1807-1870 —
On Gordon Street at Lee Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Gordon Street.
Lee, born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, graduated from West Point in 1829 and joined the engineers. He saw action in the Mexican War. He served as superintendant of West Point 1852-55. He refused the offer to command the US troops at the . . . Map (db m82755) HM
198 Georgia, Walker County, Chickamauga — Thomas AvenueMajor General George H. Thomas, USA 1816-1870
On Gordon Street at Thomas Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Gordon Street.
Thomas, born in Southampton County, Virginia, graduated from West Point in 1840 and joined the artillery. He saw action in the Seminole War and the Mexican War and had frontier duty. He commanded the 14th Corp at Chickamauga. He became known as the . . . Map (db m82748) HM
199 Illinois, Gallatin County, Shawneetown — General Michael K. Lawler
On West Shawnee Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Born in Ireland in 1814, Michael K. Lawler came here to Gallatin County in 1819. After serving as a captain in the Mexican War, he lived on his farm near here until the outbreak of the Civil War. In May 1861 he recruited the 18th Illinois Volunteer . . . Map (db m154627) HM
200 Illinois, Jackson County, Murphysboro — Colonel Lindorf Ozburn
On South 11th Street at Chestnut Street, on the right when traveling north on South 11th Street. Reported permanently removed.
Lindorf Ozburn, born in Jackson County, Illinois in 1823, married Diza Glenn, John A. Logan's cousin. Ozburn, who served with Logan in the Mexican War, joined the Illinois 31st Infantry at the beginning of the Civil War. On Logan's promotion to . . . Map (db m208665) HM

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