Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial - Put-in-Bay, OH, USA
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Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial -
Established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie, during the war of 1812, but in equal part it is here to celebrate the long-lasting peace between Britain, Canada and the U.S.
Waymark Code: WM5DRC
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 12/24/2008
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Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial
Established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie, during the war of 1812, but in equal part it is here to celebrate the long-lasting peace between Britain, Canada and the U.S. Situated 5 miles from the longest undefended border in the world. Monument Construction began in October 1912, opened to the public on June 13 1915, and became a National Park Service Memorial in 1936
Website about the Peace Monument/Memorial: [Web Link]
Text on Monument/Memorial Sign or Plaque: Not listed
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