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Historical Markers and War Memorials in St. Clair County
Belleville is the county seat for St. Clair County
Adjacent to St. Clair County, Illinois
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On Ramey Drive south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling south.
Excavations into Mound 55 (Murdock Mound) took place in 1941, when about nine feet of the mound still remained, as it had been plowed over. Several pre-mound structures were found, one a larger circular building, and another a rare cross-shaped . . . — — Map (db m219555) HM
Near Ramey Street, 0.6 miles south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling south.
Archaeologists from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, led by Dr. Melvin Fowler, excavated about two-thirds of Mound 72 from 1967-1971. He selected this mound for excavation because:
It was along a hypothetical "centerline" of Cahokia
. . . — — Map (db m144597) HM
Near Major Street west of Ramey Street, on the left when traveling west.
Excavations here in 1968 discovered that four of the Stockade walls ran through this part of the site, including one wall with a round bastion and two with rectangular bastions. The partial reconstruction seen here represents one of the . . . — — Map (db m219559) HM
Near Ramey Street south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling south.
This large pair of mounds, known as the Twin Mounds, is probably a mortuary complex, although no excavations have been made into these mounds. We believe that a building on top of the flat-topped mound (# 60 or Fox Mound) may have served as a . . . — — Map (db m219558) HM
Near Ramey Street south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling south.
Several universities and public field schools searched for the route of the Stockade along the west side south of the Grand Plaza. Along a low north-south ridge in this area, they located several segments of Stockade wall trenches and portions of . . . — — Map (db m219557) HM
On Ramey Street, 0.3 miles south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling south.
Before starting construction on the Interpretive Center in 1988, archaeologists excavated for two years in this area and discovered evidence of residential use, including over 80 houses and storage buildings, and several hundred storage and . . . — — Map (db m151121) HM
On Short Street, on the left when traveling west. Reported missing.
The Martin-Boismenue House is an excellent example of the architectural style known as French Creole. Few buildings of vertical timber construction remain, making the house one of the oldest structures of its kind in Illinois. It is believed that . . . — — Map (db m140474) HM
On Pennsylvania Avenue at Katherine Dunham Place, on the right when traveling east on Pennsylvania Avenue.
Here stood the home of Malbern Stephens, a decent man who fought corruption. He was elected mayor after the riot and oversaw reparations to the victims. — — Map (db m142346) HM
On Piggott Avenue at South 10th Street, on the right when traveling south on Piggott Avenue.
Hundreds crossed the Municipal Free Bridge over to St. Louis to escape the violence. White rioters attempted to block the entrance, killing some. — — Map (db m142231) HM
On South 10th Street at Trendley Avenue, on the left when traveling east on South 10th Street.
White rioters attempted to push their violence past 10th Street, but snipers were ready and fired shots. Rioters retreated, but there was still much damage. — — Map (db m142227) HM
On Dr. M R Lemons Boulevard at Bond Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Dr. M R Lemons Boulevard.
Dr. Leroy Bundy lived here. He was a community leader in 1917. He stood trial and was found guilty of causing the riot. He was sentenced to life in prison. He was later exonerated by the Illinois Supreme Court. — — Map (db m142225) HM
On North 9th Street just south of Pennsylvania Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Marcus Garvey blamed the massacre on Mayor Fred Mollman, who lived at this site. The mayor was incompetent and was indicted for not doing his duty. — — Map (db m142460) HM
On East Broadway (Illinois Route 15) at North 7th Street, on the right when traveling east on East Broadway.
The Broadway "Opera House" was an empty theater on this site. It was rumored that many African Americans were burned to death inside. No remains were identified in the ashes. — — Map (db m142238) HM
On Collinsville Avenue at St. Louis Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Collinsville Avenue.
Here is where the white rioters assembled, listened to inflammatory speeches, and marched in military formation toward East Broadway. The first victim was harmed here. — — Map (db m142344) HM
On S Front St at Riverpark Drive, on the right when traveling north on S Front St.
On December 10, 1803 Meriwether Lewis, William Clark and their party camped at this place opposite St. Louis. The next morning, Clark left Lewis in St. Louis before heading upstream towards a winter campsite. They would spend five months in Illinois . . . — — Map (db m132646) HM
On West Trendley Avenue east of South Front Street, on the right when traveling west.
On June 7th, 2005, Gateway Center of Metropolitan St. Louis officially transferred the title of the Gateway Geyser and the 34.1 acres of grounds leading from the fountain to the Mississippi River to the Metro East Park and Recreation District . . . — — Map (db m132873) HM
On West Trendley Avenue east of South Front Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Mississippi River Overlook was completed in the spring of 2009 thanks to the support of the Gateway Center of Metropolitan St. Louis, which raised $4.2 million to fully fund its development. It was designed to anchor the western edge of the . . . — — Map (db m132874) HM
On Nectar Avenue at North 14th Street, on the left when traveling east on Nectar Avenue.
A dozen houses were destroyed here. It was two miles from the massacre's core and is the farthest point north that the violence spread. — — Map (db m142518) HM
On North 18th Street at Parsons Avenue, on the left when traveling north on North 18th Street.
Several homes were burned here, but fatalities were few. Many African Americans were alerted to the trouble by this time and fled the neighborhood. — — Map (db m142520) HM
On North 3rd Street at Missouri Avenue, on the left when traveling west on North 3rd Street.
Near this site was the City Hall, police department and fire station. On the night of the massacre, more than 1,000 people sought safety in the municipal buildings. — — Map (db m142338) HM
On North 4th Street just north of East Broadway (Illinois Route 15), on the right when traveling east.
Narsis Gurlie lived near this spot. She stayed in her burning home until it collapsed. Severely burned, she and others fled. She was allowed to escape, but she lost everything. — — Map (db m142320) HM
On North 9th Street at St. Clair Avenue (Illinois Route 3), on the right when traveling east on North 9th Street.
On May 28, 1917, whites set fires and accosted African Americans around St. Clair Avenue. Authorities dispersed the rioters, but the troubles were not over. — — Map (db m142936) HM
On North 13th Street at Gross Avenue, on the right when traveling east on North 13th Street.
Around 11 p.m. on July 2, rioters set fire to the neighborhood here in an attempt to spread the violence to the north. Major military reinforcements did not arrive until after midnight. — — Map (db m142464) HM
On East Broadway (Illinois Route 15) at Barack Obama Avenue, on the right when traveling south on East Broadway.
A streetcar was stopped near this spot. White rioters pulled African American passengers off and attacked them while soldiers stood and watched. — — Map (db m142319) HM
On Barack Obama Avenue at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Barack Obama Avenue.
Here stood the residence of Scott and Iva Clark. Rioters burned their home, and a mob attacked them. A soldier did not protect them. Mr. Clark died. — — Map (db m142317) HM
On South 5th Street at Railroad Avenue when traveling north on South 5th Street.
The most severe property damage happened here. Houses and rail cars on the adjacent tracks were destroyed by the rioters. Very little remained standing in this area. — — Map (db m142286) HM
On Railroad Avenue, 0.1 miles east of South 5th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Over 100 African Americans barricaded in two homes here. They provided armed resistance to the white attackers. Soldiers brokered a cease fire and escorted them to St. Louis. — — Map (db m142285) HM
On South 8th Street at James R Thompson Boulevard, on the left when traveling east on South 8th Street.
White rioters burned homes, armed men stood along the railroad tracks near here and gunned-down African Americans fleeing their burning homes. — — Map (db m142282) HM
On North 8th Street (Illinois Route 15) at East Broadway (Illinois Route 15), on the right when traveling west on North 8th Street.
Otto Nelson lived here, the only African American detective on the police force. His home was destroyed and he fled to St. Louis. — — Map (db m142239) HM
On West Trendley Avenue west of South Main Street, on the right when traveling west.
One of the tallest fountains in the world, the Gateway Geyser began operating on May 27, 1995, helping to fulfill Malcolm W. Martin's vision of creating a landmark in East St. Louis that would complement the Gateway Arch. The Gateway Geyser was . . . — — Map (db m132872) HM
On North 25th Street at Argonne Drive, on the right when traveling east on North 25th Street.
(Top has wars on different columns:)
World War I
1917-1918
Spanish American War
1896-1898
Revolutionary War
1776-1784
Civil War
1861-1865
Grand Army of the Republic
One Country and One Flag . . . — — Map (db m216828) WM
On South Front Street at Riverpark Drive, on the right when traveling north on South Front Street.
York, as Clark's Body Slave, was an active voting member of the expedition. Described as big, very dark, strong, agile, athletic, and playful. York was known as "Big Medison" to Native Americans. From near this site he often paddled Lewis and Clark . . . — — Map (db m132875) HM
Near James R Thompson Boulevard south of South 5th Street.
One of American history's most violent race riots took place here on July 2, 1917. Hundreds of citizens were brutalized in a day of death, burning, and destruction. White rioters lynched, shot, and burned innocent blacks, burned their homes, and . . . — — Map (db m228260) HM
On North 44th Street south of Collinsville Road, on the right when traveling north.
Between 1880 and 1920, nearly 24 million immigrants arrived in the United States. Many found work in the mines, mills, and factories of America's rapidly expanding industrial sector.
In 1913 American Zinc, Lead and Smelting Company established . . . — — Map (db m167916) HM
On Collinsville Road at North 44th Street, on the right when traveling east on Collinsville Road.
2004 - The Collinsville Memorial Library dissolved the municipal library service in the city limits of Collinsville, IL and created a District Library.
2006 - The Collinsville Memorial Library expanded its boundaries through a successful . . . — — Map (db m167904) HM
To preserve our heritage, this house was restored during the bicentennial year with funds from a grant from the American Revolution Bicentennial Administration, the Fairview Heights Bicentennial Army, the City of Fairview Heights and it's citizens. . . . — — Map (db m215636) HM
Near Bunkum Road at Fairview Drive, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to all military veterans from this area who had served during the American Civil War and Spanish American War
Marker found in Greenwood Cemetery
Moved here 2021
Col. Friedrich K. Hecker Camp #443
Sons of Union Veterans Civil . . . — — Map (db m214620) WM
On Illinois Route 15, on the right when traveling west.
"They related that there are mines of gold and silver.... There is reason to believe that the French who will settle among the Illinois Indians will make all these rich discoveries when the colony becomes more thickly populated." Thus, John Law, . . . — — Map (db m143282) HM
On West White Street at North Monroe Street, on the right when traveling west on West White Street.
In honor of our veterans both living and dead, who faithfully served in Peacetime and war so that we may liver free. Pause here to reflect on their strength, their courage and their character and remember our P.O.W.'s and M.I.A. God Bless America . . . — — Map (db m170676) WM
On Cemetery Road, 0.3 miles north of Illinois Route 156, on the left when traveling north.
Around 1816 pioneer families from Lancashire England established a Catholic English settlement near the banks of the Prairie Du Long Creek, and named it after their leader Thomas Winstanley, Irish and German immigrants arrived later in 1824 a log . . . — — Map (db m143511) HM
On West Saint Louis Street (County Road 2) just west of North St. Clair Street, on the right when traveling west.
McKendree College 1934 valedictorian with triple major in English, French, and history. Married Leon Church (1906-1983) June 13, 1936. With her husband, only three-time recipient of McKendree College Peter Akers Alumni Award. Delivered McKendree . . . — — Map (db m185556) HM
On West St. Louis Street (County Road 2) 0.3 miles North St. Clair Street, on the right when traveling west.
Leon Henry Church, Sept 11,1906 -Nov. 8, 1983, for whom the Lebanon historical Boy Scout trail is named, for 44 years centered his life and work here at the Lebanon Advertiser. He founded the Lebanon Historical Society, led the drive to preserve . . . — — Map (db m185604) HM
On Stanton Street, on the right when traveling south.
On this site stood the home of the Deneen family long associated with the history of McKendree College -- Rev. William L. Deneen; Professor Samuel H. Deneen; and Charles S. Deneen, Governor of Illinois, 1905-1913, and US Senator, 1925-1931. They . . . — — Map (db m143284) HM
On North Alton Street, 0.1 miles north of Summerfield Street, on the right when traveling north.
Auguste Rodin's heroic figure of the "Thinker" has come to represent the creative power of the human Intellect. Inspired by Rodin's work, Missouri artist, Julian Meder Sesti, sought to capture the moment when the power of reason gives way . . . — — Map (db m185554) HM
On South Main Street at East Keys Street, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Dedicated to Coal Miners of Southern Illinois, August 12 1990.
Papa dug coal from deep in the hearth to earn a living. He dressed for work when everyone else went to bed. He wore faded denims and steel-toe shoes and he walked a mile to his job . . . — — Map (db m170688) HM
On Harper Road, 0.2 miles north of Park Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Berger-Kiel
House
has been placed on the
National Register
of Historic Places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
c. 1863 - 1872 — — Map (db m195926) HM
On East Church Street east of North Independence Street, on the right when traveling east.
In memory
of
Robert E. Hulliung
who died for his
country in
World War II
and
Nick J Hulliung
his father
a member & benefactor
of the parish
— — Map (db m171429) WM
On West Main Street (Illinois Route 177) at Legion Street, on the right when traveling east on West Main Street.
To memorialize those who did not return
Clarence V. Scheel, KIA, WWI
Oscar T Scheel, KIA, WWI
Erwin J Mueth, KIA, WWII
Paul J. Nadler, KIA, WWII
Paul J. Schramke, KIA, WWII
Harry J Becker, KIA, WWII
Joseph A. Haas, . . . — — Map (db m171487) WM
On West Main Street (Illinois Route 177) just west of North Railway Street, on the right when traveling west.
On May 16, 1971 Secretary of Commerce Maurice H. Stans dedicated this standard marking the center of population of the United States.
The 1970 decennial census established this center at latitude 38 degrees 27 minutes 47 seconds north and . . . — — Map (db m143349) HM
On North Jefferson Street (Illinois Route 163) just north of West Gooding Street, on the left when traveling north.
On this site stood Liederkranz Hall home of the Millstadt Liederkranz, a German singing society. Founded on June 23, 1883. The building was dedicated on September 18, 1892. It embodied the life, spirit and culture of this community for 104 years. . . . — — Map (db m171095) HM
On Kalbfleisch Drive east of Saeger Road, on the right when traveling east.
This log cabin, circa 1840, was donated by the Harold Hoylman family. It was moved to this site and restored by the Millstadt Historical Society 2007. — — Map (db m153290) HM
On West Gooding Street at North Monroe Street, on the right when traveling west on West Gooding Street.
Dedicated to the young men and women of the Millstadt Crusaders Drum & Bugle Corps.
They diligently practiced on this field of their dreams to learn the value of discipline, execution, responsibility and respect.
Through the support of the . . . — — Map (db m171102) HM
On Kalbfleisch Drive, 0.1 miles Saeger Road, on the right when traveling east.
This log cabin, circa 1840, was donated by the Harold Hoylman Family, it was moved to this site and restored by the Millstadt Historical Society 2007. — — Map (db m178032) HM
On South Veterans Drive at South Illinois Street (Illinois Route 158), on the right when traveling south on South Veterans Drive.
This M-47 Patton Tank is place here as a memorial to all veterans who served the United States of America during times of need.
Let it stand as a constant reminder of the dedication, honor and pride shown by the devoted veterans and the lives . . . — — Map (db m170665) WM
On North Johnson Street at Chester Street, on the right when traveling east on North Johnson Street.
(obelisk)
Erected by the citizens of New Athens as loving tribute to its loyal sons, who answered the call for their country defense on land and on sea during
The Mexican War 1846—1848
The Civil War 1861—1865
The Spanish . . . — — Map (db m170693) WM
On West State Street just west of South Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Built in 1903/04, this building was home to the First National Bank, 1904 - 1960. It was remodeled in 1922 to its present appearance which included the addition of a distinctive outdoor clock. This was the first home of the O'Fallon Public Library . . . — — Map (db m148597) HM
On West State Street just west of North Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The oldest still intact building in downtown O'Fallon was erected in 1863 by Levi Simmons to replace an earlier one destroyed by fire on this site. Originally a general store, over the years it has seen use as a saloon, hotel, post office, grocery, . . . — — Map (db m148591) HM
On East 1st Street, 0.1 miles east of South Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Built in 1914 by Budina Bros. for O'Fallon physician Herman T. Bechtold, this building housed various businesses over the years, including Dr. Bechtold's office. Its best known tenants, however, were the U.S. Post Office for which it was built, 1914 . . . — — Map (db m148569) HM
On East State Street just west of North Vine Street, on the right when traveling west.
O'Fallon's first theater built exclusively for motion pictures, the 500 seat State Theatre was built in 1937. It was here that O'Fallonites watched countless movies including those of O'Fallon native William Holden and the nephew of O'Fallon . . . — — Map (db m148588) HM
On East 1st Street, 0.1 miles east of South Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Built in 1907 for O'Fallon physician Herman T. Bechtold, this building originally housed Samuel E. McGeehon's Grocery & Hardware store until 1926 when it became the home of the Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. (A & P) through 1940. O'Fallon's first . . . — — Map (db m148566) HM
On East State Street just west of North Vine Street, on the right when traveling west.
Except during Prohibition, this building has been a saloon or tavern since it was built in the late 19th century. In 1920, it was purchased by Stephen and Emily "Ma" Rush as a soft drink parlor, later a confectionery and ice cream parlor. It was . . . — — Map (db m148579) HM
On East State Street just east of North Vine Street, on the right when traveling west.
When it was built in 1908 by Joseph Taylor, this building, known as the Opera House, was considered "the wonder of the area." From its opening in 1909 until 1940, O'Fallonites were treated to public events, motion pictures and live shows - traveling . . . — — Map (db m148574) HM
On West 1st Street west of South Cherry Street, on the left when traveling west.
This building is home to O'Fallon's oldest existing business, established in 1894 by Mathias Schwarz as Schwarz Furniture & Undertaking. A hearse and carriage barn with elevator was built in the rear in 1909, and a funeral chapel was located next . . . — — Map (db m152563) HM
On East Wesley Drive at Prairie Crossing when traveling west on East Wesley Drive.
"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude: America will never forget their sacrifices."
Harry S. Truman, 1945
Near B Street at Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
In honor of all the enlisted men and women who have serve faithfully in Air Mobility Command and the United States Air Force to preserve our nation's freedom. — — Map (db m183255) WM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Aeromedical evacuation is a core mission of Air Mobility Command and major component of its proud heritage. Evacuating injured personnel using fixed and rotary wing aircraft revolutionized the rapid transport of casualties from areas with inadequate . . . — — Map (db m184720) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
"The fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989 and the breakup of the Soviet Union in 1991 marked the end of the cold War, resulting in the United States Air Force undergoing a significant reorganization and reduction in size. On 1 June 1992, the Air Mobility . . . — — Map (db m184327) HM WM
On Main Street just west of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
"Dedicated to all air refueling of the United States Air Force whose sacrifice, perseverance, and courage have sustained American and allied receiver aircraft and aircrews in combat, crises. and rapid response actions around the world. air . . . — — Map (db m183293) WM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Air mobility starts and ends on the ground, entrusted to an Air Force Air Transportation Specialist, "Port Dawgs" from the active duty, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are on duty around the world at main operating bases and deployed . . . — — Map (db m184725) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
In tribute to the Airlifters of the United States Air Force who valiantly serve and gallantly died in support of this nations dedication to the principles of liberty and freedom.
Humanitarian airlift extends the olive branch of peace and . . . — — Map (db m184222) WM
On Heritage Drive just east of Symington Drive when traveling south.
This airlift hall of fame memorial is dedicated to the men and women who have contributed to airlift and the success of this great nation and our freedom.
Built with contribution and donated to the United States Air Force by the Airlift . . . — — Map (db m183847) HM WM
On Heritage Drive just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Between 1919 and 1942 nearly 3000 enlisted men earned their pilot wings and went on to fly, fight and die in all operations and in all types of aircrafts, several hundred enlisted pilots went into troop carrier and cargo operations, pioneering new . . . — — Map (db m183259) WM
Near Seibert Road, 0.7 miles east of Air Mobility Drive (Illinois Route 158).
The C-130 Hercules was designed in 1951, for the US Air Force Tactical Air Command, to fill a request for proposal for a jet transport able to airdrop troops at 125 knots (144 MPH). Lockheed was chosen to build the transport, and the YC-130A flew . . . — — Map (db m162350) HM
Near Seibert Road, 0.7 miles east of Air Mobility Drive (Illinois Route 158).
Lockheed's 1329 business jet prototype, first flown on September 4, 1957, became the basis for the C-140 Jetstar. Built primarily for the civilian market, the Air Force only purchased 16 Jetstars, which it began receiving in late 1961. Military . . . — — Map (db m162352) HM
Near Seibert Road, 0.7 miles east of Air Mobility Drive (Illinois Route 158).
President John F. Kennedy pushed a golden telegraph key at the White House that sent a signal to open the hanger doors in Marietta, Georgia, for the August 22, 1963, official rollout of the first C-141A Starlifter (61-2775). That aircraft flew for . . . — — Map (db m162243) HM
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
The C-17 Pathfinder Loadmasters - CMSGT (Ret.) William M Cannon, CMSGT Marion D. Fincher, CMSGT James Lis, CMSGT Mark A. Smith, MSGT (Ret.) Theodore R. Venturini, and CMSGT Michael M. Welch, provided unparalleled leadership and expertise to produce . . . — — Map (db m184811) HM
Near Seibert Road, 0.7 miles east of Air Mobility Drive (Illinois Route 158).
Learjet introduced the Model 35A multi-role business jet in 1976 and produced the last of over 600 aircraft in 1994. This aircraft was the basis for the Air Force C-21A. Delivery of the C-21 fleet began in April 1984 and was completed when the 84th . . . — — Map (db m162347) HM
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