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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1M7G_the-hunley_Mobile-AL.html
The first submarine successfully used in warfare was completed at this site in 1863. Designed by James McClintock and Baxter Watson, and financed by Horace L. Hunley, it was built by W. A. Alexander at the Mobile machine shop of Park and Lyons. Af…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1M7F_hunley-memorial-in-magnolia-national-cemetery_Mobile-AL.html
This memorial is dedicated to the gallant crew of the CSS Horace L Hunley and their commander 1st Lt George E Dixon
Co A 21st Ala Inf CSA who
perished on the attack on
the USS Housatonic Feb 17 1864
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1FJR_oakleigh_Mobile-AL.html
Started in 1833 by James Roper on a Spanish land grant, "Oakleigh" was named for the magnificent oaks around it. The "T" shaped dwelling with elegant parlors and curved outside stairway from the brick terrace to front gallery w…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5X_take-her-down_Mobile-AL.html
Panel 1:Medal of Honor CitationFor distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyondThe call of duty as Commanding Officer of U. S. submarine GROWLER (SS-215) during her fourth war patrol in theSouthwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 February 1943…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5W_memorial-to-uss-herring-ss-233_Mobile-AL.html
Panel 1: Anderson, Fred H., RT1 Anderson, John L., Jr., MoMM2Armstrong, James E., RM1Balestrieri, S., ENSBlair, Jack L., S2Blevins, J.T., S1Boucher, Leo J., S1Brennan, James J., TM2Bronder, John J., SC2Brown, Weldson, S2Burkett, Timothy, CK1Burton…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1F5V_the-submarine-lookout-memorial_Mobile-AL.html
Panel 1: "The Lookout: the Eyes of the WWII Submarine"
Panel 2: "Submarine Lookout":Standing his watch on a perch high above the deck,the lookout was the eyes of the submarine while surfaced. Often while submerged he was manning the sonar gear,…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EUX_united-states-ship-alabama-bb-60_Mobile-AL.html
Named for the State of Alabama. 6th naval fighting ship to bear the name. Built by the Norfolk Navy Yard, Portsmouth, Virginia. Authorized by Congress 27 March 1934. Keel laid 1 February 1940 - Launched 16 February 1942.Sponsored by Mrs. Lister H…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1EPS_an-unheralded-breed-of-soldier_Mobile-AL.html
Let all who read these words of gratitude and praise know that tens of thousands of America's fighting men and women owe their lives to the deeds and courage of war dogs and their handlers. Further, let it be known that many breeds of dogs, large …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C7G_mount-vernon-arsenal-and-barracks-searcy-hospital_Mt-Vernon-AL.html
(obverse)Mount Vernon Arsenal and BarracksEstablished 1828 by Congress to store arms and munitions for U. S. Army. Original structures completed 1830's.
Arsenal appropriated by Confederacy 1861; equipment moved to Selma facilities. After Civil …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1C7F_fort-stoddert_Mt-Vernon-AL.html
Site three miles east. Border fort and port of entry into the United States while the 31st parallel was the southern border. Aaron Burr was held prisoner here after capture near McIntosh in 1807.