World War I Memorial
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member fatcat161
N 37° 25.510 W 081° 30.398
17S E 455173 N 4142159
Located on Hwy 52 in Kimball WV.
Waymark Code: WM6YB4
Location: West Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 08/05/2009
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member flyingmoose
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Inscription: This structure, dedicated on February 11, 1928, was first building in U.S. built to honor African Americans for their military service during World War I. This Classical-style building, designed by Welch architect Hassel T. Hicks, was erected with county funds. For many years it was central meeting place for extended African-American community. It was listed on the National Register April 1993.
Marker Number: WM6YB4

Marker Title: World War I Memorial

Marker Location: US 52, Kimball

County or Independent City: McDowell

Web Site: [Web Link]

Marker Program Sponsor: West Virginia Division of Archives and History
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