To the Heroes of Illinois - Memphis National Cemetery, Memphis, TN
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To the Heroes of Illinois monument is located in the Memphis National Cemetery at 3568 Townes Ave., Memphis TN.
Waymark Code: WM18368
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 05/21/2023
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To the Heroes of Illinois - Memphis National Cemetery
Inscription on the plaque:
A plaque is at the foot of the monument. The inscription is:
When President Abraham Lincoln called for volunteers to defend the life of the nation, these valiant sons of Illinois, together with other heroes, offered their lives with patriotism unsurpassed.
With unflinching bravery fault the bloody battle great civil war for union and liberty. Upon these therefore a grateful state stows the crown of undying affection and the laurels of victory.
Date Installed or Dedicated: 01/01/1928
Name of Government Entity or Private Organization that built the monument: State of Illinois
Union, Confederate or Other Monument: Union
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