War of 1812 Memorial - Montgomery, Alabama
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This memorial to those who fought in the War of 1812 is located in the Veteran's Courtyard next to the American Legion Alabama Headquarters.
Waymark Code: WMD62B
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 11/24/2011
Views: 5
The War of 1812 Monument is part of a larger memorial to veterans of all of America's wars. It is located outside of the American Legion's Alabama War Memorial building.
Alabama played a role in the War of 1812. General Andrew Jackson fought a battle with the Creek Indians who sided with the British at Horseshoe Bend in Alabama in 1814 while on his way to New Orleans and his famous battle there. More information on the Battle of Horseshoe Bend can be found at source (
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The words on the monument are:
THEN CONQUER WE MUST,
WHEN OUR CAUSE IS JUST,
AND THIS BE OUR MOTTO -
IN GOD IS OUR TRUST
Who put it there? Private/Government?: American Legion
Location/Address:
120 N. Jackson Street
Montgomery, AL
36104
County/Province: Montgomery
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Photos Will Be Uploaded: yes
Date Erected/Dedicated: Not listed
Website (related) if available: Not listed
Hours or Restrictions if Appropiate: Not listed
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