Tomb of an Unknown Soldier
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member pixieslayer
N 39° 00.956 W 078° 17.932
17S E 733861 N 4322016
This marker is near where the Battle of Cedar Creek was fought on October 19, 1864. Following that battle, this area remained under Federal Control. The mountain top to the southeast was used as a signal station by both armies during the Civil War. At the top of that mountain is the tomb of an unknown soldier.
Waymark Code: WMJFH
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 07/27/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member tiki-4
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From marker A-17, Tomb of an Unknown Soldier:

On the highest mountain top the southeast is the grave of an unknown soldier. The mountain top was used as a signal station by both armies, 1861 - 1865.
Marker Number: A-17

Marker Title: Tomb of an Unknown Soldier

Marker Location: US Highway 11

County or Independent City: Frederick County

Marker Program Sponsor: Conservation and Development Comittee - 1927

Web Site: Not listed
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