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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSXZ_julien-dubuque_Dubuque-IA.html
Miner of Mines of SpainFounder of our CityDied March 24, 1810
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSXY_dubuque-shot-tower_Dubuque-IA.html
Built in 1856. Used for making lead shot and bullets. In use commercially for three years. Later used as a watchtower by a lumber company to guard against fire. The interior woodwork and the top were destroyed by fire in 1911. Restored in 1961 by …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMS9I_war-of-the-rebellion-monument_Des-Moines-IA.html
(Front side):Iowa's tribute to the courage, patriotism, and distinguished service of all her soldiers and sailors who fought in the war of the rebellion 1861- 1865
(Back side):Designed By Harriet A. Ketcham MT. Pleasant, Iowa.Located and erecte…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMS9G_combat-wounded-veterans_Des-Moines-IA.html
Military Order of the Purple Heart1782 1932
Dedicated to all men and womenwounded in all our wars
My stone is red forthe blood they shed.The medal I bearis my Country's wayto show they care.If I could be seenby all mankindMaybe peace willcom…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMS2Q_a-reflection-of-hope_Des-Moines-IA.html
A Monument Established By The Citizens Of Iowa To Honor Iowans Who Served During the Vietnam War These Absent Friends Will Never Be Forgotten
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMS2O_birthplace-of-des-moines_Des-Moines-IA.html
Polk County, IowaFort Des Moines No. 2Established May 1843 — Evacuated March 1846This cabin is a memorial to the military outpost, Fort Des Moines No. 2, occupied by Company I, First Regiment U. S. Dragoons and Company F First U. S. Infantry…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMS2N_the-first-licensed-ferry_Des-Moines-IA.html
This Boulder Commemorates The first licensed ferry at the junction of the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers1847The first Pontoon Bridge at Sycamore Street (Now Grand Avenue)1856The First Toll Bridge at Court Avenue1856
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMO4D_the-confederate-invasion-of-iowa-monument_Bloomfield-IA.html
Site ofThe Confederate Invasion of Iowa12th Day of October 1864.This monument marks the northern most point of incursion into Iowa by Confederate Forces. On October 12, 1864, Lieutenant James "Bill" Jackson led twelve heavily armed Missouri Partis…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMNFN_the-salvation-army_Maquoketa-IA.html
This Plaque commemorates the beginning of theSalvation Army inMaquoketa and the State of Iowa, May 1885.Placed here, May 14, 1960,on the occasion ofMaquoketa's 75thanniversary celebration."What hath God wrought?"
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMMWP_first-train-robbery-in-the-west_Adair-IA.html
Site of the first train robbery in the west. Committed by the notorious Jesse James and his gang of outlaws July 21, 1873