Title says it all. It's a monument to John Brown and it's were the original Fort was located. Has ...
John Brown Monument
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Located in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, the John Brown Monument commemorates the historical significance of the site in relation to John Brown's raid in 1859. The monument honors Heyward Shepherd, the first casualty of the raid, and serves as a reflection on the complex legacy of this pivotal event in American history.
The monument is situated in Lower Town, close to the Harpers Ferry History marker, and highlights the character and dignity of African Americans during times of conflict. Erected by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Sons of Confederate Veterans, it stands as a tribute to those who maintained their integrity amidst great challenges.
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The obelisk that marks the original location of the engine house and guard shack now known as John B...
PROS * Memorial to important history * It marks the exact historical original spot of the historical...
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