Spanish-American War Monument, Durham

Spanish-American War Monument, Durham

The marker stands roughly seven feet tall. One side of the marble shaft shows a pair of crossed flags, the American flag and the North Carolina flag. On the other side is a pair of crossed muskets and various soldiers’ supplies. The top bears two small cannons flanking a large drum. Local American Legion veterans hold Memorial Day ceremonies at the cemetery, including wreath-laying, the firing of a 21 gun salute, and the playing of Taps.

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Date of Installation:

May 1, 1902

Organization Responsible for Installation:

A Grateful Community

Memorial War Era(s):

Other

Location:

The city established Maplewood, in the West End area between Duke University Road and Morehead Avenue, in 1872 in Durham, N.C.

 

Published on May 23, 2017