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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2DK1_stratford-hall_Montross-VA.html
Stratford Hall. Birthplace of Robert E. Lee. Robert Edward Lee was born at Stratford Hall on January 19, 1807, to Henry "Light Horse Harry" Lee — a Revolutionary War hero — and Ann Hill Carter. Robert E. Lee spent the first f…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1TVC_war-in-the-chesapeake-historical_Montross-VA.html
During the War of 1812 the young United States was embroiled in conflict with Great Britain. From 1812 to 1815 Americans fought to protect their rights and economic independence. They faced superior enemy forces on the homefront and the high seas.…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1TVB_tempting-target-historical_Montross-VA.html
Virginia's Northern Neck was an attractive target for the British. Its many tobacco plantations—spread over more than a thousand miles of shoreline—were vulnerable to invasion from the water. Launching raids from the Potomac River and …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1TVA_a-testament-to-craftsmanship-historical_Montross-VA.html
The CCC used native materials and "NPS Rustic" designs to create iconic features like this fountain in Westmoreland State Parks.
When Westmoreland opened its gates in 1936 the fountain greeted guests to this park on the Potomac and pr…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JFD_putting-the-potomac-on-the-map_Montross-VA.html
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Putting the Potomac on the Map
John Smith and his crews explored the Potomac in June 1608. The river, which Smith called the Patawomeck, is featured on his famous map of Virginia.
Smith returned to England in 1609 and created his …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JFC_dividends-for-the-future_Montross-VA.html
"I propose to create a civilian conservation corps...confining itself to forestry, the prevention of soil erosion, flood control, and similar projects. I call your attention to the fact that this type of work is of definite, practical value, …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1G3V_vietnam-war-memorial_Montross-VA.html
Dedicated to the memory of these brave men who gave their lives in service to their country:
LGPL Paul Elden Jones, Marine Corps
SP4 James Edward Kelly, Army
PFC Robert Eugene Lucas, Marine Corps
SP4 Stanley Victor Newman, Army
And in appreciat…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1G3R_westmoreland-county-confederate-monument_Montross-VA.html
To the Confederate soldiers
of
Westmoreland,
who fell in defence of
Virginia,
and in the cause of
constitutional liberty,
this monument
is erected in gratitude and love
by
the women of Westmoreland.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1G3J_the-war-of-1812-british-landing-at-nomini-ferry_Montross-VA.html
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The War of 1812
Impressment of Americans into British service and the violation of American ships were among the causes of America War of 1812 with the British, which lasted until 1815. Beginning in 1813, Virginians suffered from a Brit…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMN47_the-stratford-cliffs_Montross-VA.html
Approximately 17 million years ago, during the Miocene Epoch, these 150-foot-high cliffs along the Potomac River formed the ancient seashore. Rich Miocene fossil deposits, which exist in the 1 1/2 -mile-long series of Horsehead, Stratford and Nomi…