
George Washington American Elm - OKC, Oklahoma, USA
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N 35° 29.482 W 097° 30.223
14S E 635722 N 3928565
A historical marker placed by D.A.R. is on the south side of the Oklahoma State Capitol.
Waymark Code: WM1855P
Location: Oklahoma, United States
Date Posted: 06/01/2023
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An American Elm tree honoring the 200th anniversary of the birth of George Washington is planted on the south side of the Oklahoma State Capitol.
The historical marker sits atop a marble bench next to the American Elm tree. The Golden Wheel emblem is at the bottom left corner of the plaque.
DAR Chapter: Oklahoma
 Date Placed: 01/01/1932
 Inscription: Washington first took command of the American army under the grandparent of this Elm at Cambridge, Mass.
July 3, 1775
Raised and presented by Maryland D.A.R., marked by Oklahoma D.A.R.
This tree is planted as part of the 200th anniversary of the birth of George Washington.
1732-1932

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