Plaque in Memory of Unknown American Soldiers, Thorold, Ontario
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This plaque, erected by the American Legion, Post 105, North East Pennsylvania, is located in Beaver Dams Park, near Sullivan Street, in Thorold, Ontario.
Waymark Code: WMMHGJ
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 09/22/2014
Views: 7
Text of the Marker
In memory of unknown American
soldiers who died in the war of 1812
American Legion Post 105
North East Pennsylvania
"There is a limestone obelisk which was erected in 1874, marking the grave of 16 American soldiers who died in the battle. Their remains were found during the construction of the third Welland Canal. This monument was moved from the original battlefield in 1976. The monument as well as the remains of the American soldiers were reinterred in Battle of Beaverdams Park."
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Who put it there? Private/Government?: American Legion Post 105 - North East Pennsylvania
Location/Address:
near Sullivan Avenue
Thorold, Ontario Canada
County/Province: Ontario
Website (related) if available: [Web Link]
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Photos Will Be Uploaded: yes
Date Erected/Dedicated: Not listed
Hours or Restrictions if Appropiate: Not listed
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