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U.S. 81st Ohio Infantry,
Shiloh, Tennessee.This regiment was engaged here at about 4 to 5 o'clock P.M., April 6, 1862, it then retired to the left of the camp of the 2d Iowa. (War, US Civil) Includes location, directions, 2...
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Honoring Brother George Washington
Jackson, Mississippi.Presented to the citizens of the state of Mississippi honoring Brother George Washington, our first Masonic president, and in commemoration of 200 years of freedom under our...
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Fort Montezuma
Bluff, Utah.The initial effort by Mormon pioneers to colonize the southeast corner of the Utah Territory began on the north bank of the San Juan River, 13.5 miles east of here. Responding to a call...
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Lieutenant Jacques Froment
, France.Lieutenant Jacques Froment Fusillé par les allemands le 28.7.1944 (Lieutenant Jacques Froment - shot by the Germans on July 28, 1944) (War, World II) Includes location, directions, 2 photos,...
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U.S. Munch’s Battery
Shiloh, Tennessee.This battery, with five guns, was in action here from 5:30 P.M. To 6:30 P.M. April 6, 1862 and bivouacked here Sunday night. (War, US Civil) Includes location, directions, 2 photos,...
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Dr. Arvel and Faye Ponton House
Fort Worth, Texas.At the time of this home's c. 1920 construction, the Mistletoe Heights neighborhood was emerging as a desirable subdivision for merchants and professionals. Designed by noted local...
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U.S. Companies "D" and "K", 6th Iowa Infantry
Shiloh, Tennessee.These Companies were stationed here on Picket duty. They were attacked on Monday morning April 6, 1862, and at 10 A.M. fell back down the creek and joined their regiment on the west...
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Fairview (East Grove) Station
Downers Grove, Illinois.In 1864 the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad started passenger service from Aurora to Chicago. By 1884 there were 20 stations on the fine. The first station building at...
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911 Memorial
Getzville, New York.(Title is Text) (9/11 Attacks) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
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Smith Woods
Westmont, Illinois.Sandra Smith was a thirty-seven year member of the Westmont Park District Board of Commissioners. She was an educator and athlete who advocated for recreational opportunities for...
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Robert W. Bernas Park
Westmont, Illinois.In Honor Of Robert W. Bernas Commissioner and Board President Westmont Park District 1973-2016 Robert (Bob) W. Bernas served the Westmont Park District for forty-three selfless...
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Kruml Park
Clarendon Hills, Illinois.Named in honor of Jerry and Bessie Kruml who lived on this site from 1956 until 2005. They would be delighted to know that it has been preserved for your enjoyment. (Parks...
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"The Flame of Freedom"
Jeannette, Pennsylvania.For God and country In memory of deceased veterans of all wars from the Jeannette area Dedicated by the Jeannette Post No. 344 in honor of the 50th anniversary of the American...
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Tourist Information
, Ireland.[Historical information excerpts] The Aran Islands a unique experience [left panel, not transcribed as tourist focused] [Right panel] The Lady Gregory Yeats Trail incorporates historical...
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TWA Flight 529 Memorial
Willowbrook, Illinois.[Front side of the memorial:] On September 1, 1961 TWA Flight 529, a Lockheed Constellation carrying 78 passengers and crew crashed just southwest of this site. At the time, it...
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Persse's Distillery/Drioglann Persse
, Ireland.Location of major Galway industry which was one of the city's largest employers in the 19th century (Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers) Includes location, directions, 3...
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Henry Allshouse Memorial
Jeannette, Pennsylvania.Near this spot in 1836 was laid Henry Allshouse Revolutionary soldier & member of Penna Assembly for 20 years Also his son Isaac. This stone erected in 1945 by E. E....
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Gaston Couté
, France.La poète Beauceron Gaston Couté 1880-1911 habita cette maison (A poet from Beauce (near Département de Eure-et-Loire), Gaston Couté (1880-1911) lived in this building.) (Arts, Letters, Music)...
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Lavender • Labhandar • Lavandula
, Ireland.Lavender is a versatile plant with a sweet smelling aroma, known for both its medicinal qualities and as a commonly used household herb. It is associated with relaxation and has a soothing...
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9/11 Memorial
Willowbrook, Illinois.A living memorial to all the victims and rescue workers who perished in the September 11, 2001 attacks on the United States. (Air & Space • Parks & Recreational Areas •...
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POW-MIA Memorial
Darien, Illinois.Dedicated to the prisoners of war and those missing in action, whose supreme sacrifice helped to keep our nation free (Patriots & Patriotism) Includes location, directions, 2...
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Crab Apple • Crann Fia-úll • Malus
, Ireland.The Crab Apple tree is widely found throughout Ireland in hedgerows and woodlands and is cultivated around farmsteads for its fruit. Its flowers are pink and white and bloom in the spring,...
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Darien Peace Memorial
Darien, Illinois.Peace Memorial Dedicated to those who served To preserve our democratic way of life They pass the touch The symbol of liberty To you who follow To guard and protect (Fraternal or...
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Spanish Broom • Beallaí Spáinneach • Genista Hispanica
, Ireland.This Mediterranean shrub fills the summer air with the mellow vanilla-honey scent that rises from its bright yellow flowers. This plant thrives on neglect and does very well in poor,...
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Oak • Dair • Quercus Rober
, Ireland.The Oak tree provides strong timber and a plentiful crop of acorns, a source of food for many animals. Its timber has been used in Ireland for centuries due to its quality and durability. The...
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