Old War Skule - Baton Rouge, LA
N 30° 27.328 W 091° 11.302
15R E 673938 N 3370650
Marker located on the grounds of the State Capitol building in downtown Baton Rouge, LA.
Waymark Code: WM70X3
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 08/16/2009
Views: 9
Marker text =
"This marker erected by the Last Generation of the 'Old War Skule' To honor the men and women who attended or served Louisiana State University while on these hallowed grounds." Affectionately called “The Ole War Skule,” LSU commemorates its rich military history, when LSU first opened its doors in 1860 as a military training institution, General William Tecumseh Sherman was its leader. Although he only served for one year, Sherman is credited with establishing LSU’s strict discipline and strong military traditions, which were influenced by his West Point education. Some even credit Sherman with LSU’s nickname “Ole War Skule.”
History Here LSU ARMY link.
Group that erected the marker: Old War Skule Cadets
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:
State Capitol grounds
Baton Rouge, LA usa
70801
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