Cameron Park Civil War Monument - Sunbury PA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member nomadwillie
N 40° 51.714 W 076° 47.604
18T E 348854 N 4524974
Located at the head of Cameron Park
Waymark Code: WMQ5J6
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 12/24/2015
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
Views: 2
Download this waymark:
.GPX File
.LOC File
.KML File (Google Earth)

The Civil War Monument is the centerpiece of Cameron Park. This obelisk rises above the trees to commemorate the soldiers and sailors who served during this time. At the very top of the structure is a sculpture of Colonel James Cameron, a native of Sunbury who fell during the battle of Bull Run in 1861. The memorial is surrounded by artillery and ship's cannons. There is a dedication to Col Cameron inscribed on the base. Construction on this monument began in May of 1874 and was completed on July 4, 1879.

Source: (visit link)
Date Installed or Dedicated: 07/04/1879

Name of Government Entity or Private Organization that built the monument: Town of Sunbury

Union, Confederate or Other Monument: Union

Rating (1-5):

Photo or photos will be uploaded.: yes

Related Website: Not listed
Visit Instructions:

To log a visit, a waymarker must visit the monument or memorial in person and post a photo. Personal observations and comments will be appreciated.

Search for...
Geocaching.com Google Map
Google Maps
MapQuest
Bing Maps
Nearest Waymarks
Nearest American Civil War Monuments and Memorials
Nearest Geocaches
Create a scavenger hunt using this waymark as the center point
Recent Visits/Logs:
There are no logs for this waymark yet.