A Sense of History - Uniontown, Pennsylvania
N 39° 54.021 W 079° 43.833
17S E 608518 N 4417469
This Sign is one of several located at the George C. Marshall Memorial Plaza, is located at the "Five Corners" at the West End of the City of Uniontown, Fayette County, Pennsylvania, the birthplace of Mr. Marshall.
Waymark Code: WMNRJC
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 04/25/2015
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A Sense of History - Uniontown, Pennsylvania
This plaque is one of several in a parklet memorizing the life, career and legacy of George C. Marshall. General Marshall was the Secretay of State in the 20th
century and is known for the creation of the Marshall Plan. He brought the country out of a post-World War II crisis and assisted in WWII as well.
Plaque Text
"A Sense of History
[Nostalgic Photo at Left ]
George's interest in history stemmed from his surroundings. He was aware that Main Street was part of the "National Road" and that the nearby White Swan Inn was a popular Hostelry from pioneer days. He hunted and fished in the vicinity of Jumonville Glen and Dunbar's Knob, famous French and Indian War sites. While picnicking with his family at Fort Necessity, George heard the story of George Washington's first battle. His imagination was set on fire.
Friends of Marshall
Group that erected the marker: Friends of Marshall
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
Business US 40
Uniontown, PA USA
15401
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