Commodore John Drake Sloat - Monterey, CA
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saopaulo1
N 36° 36.413 W 121° 53.869
10S E 598572 N 4051830
A memorial to Commodore John Drake Sloat in Monterey.
Waymark Code: WMJ961
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/13/2013
Views: 2
The meorial sits on a hill at the presedio. On the front of the memorial it reads: "To commemorate the taking possession of California by Commodore John Drake Sloat. United States Navy." On top is an eagle with its wings spread. On the base are stone with engravings of the names of California's counties.
List if there are any visiting hours:
Dawn to dusk
Entrance fees (if it applies): Free
Type of memorial: Monument
Website pertaining to the memorial: Not listed
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