Locke Chinese Pioneers - Locke, CA, USA
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saopaulo1
N 38° 15.054 W 121° 30.590
10S E 630389 N 4234703
A memorial to the Chinese pioneer of Locke.
Waymark Code: WMEQ5T
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/25/2012
Views: 5
The monument is in a small park in the center of the community of Locke. One side is in English, the other in Chinese and the third has a relief on it. The English part reads:
"In memory of the industrious Chinese pioneers of California whose strength and sacrifice helped build the transcontinental railroad, construct the levees of the Sacramento San Joaquin Delta, and develop agriculture in the Central Valley. With determination and perserverance the Chinese built the town of Locke and continue to shape California.
Dedicated October 13, 2007
Through the Inspiration of
Connie King, Locke Resident Since 1948"
Who placed it?: Connie King
When was it placed?: 2007
Who is honored?: Chinese Piooner of Locke
Website about the Monument: Not listed
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