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*HM 81*


-- Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Tree --

Location: Reno
Directions: Marker located at the intersection of N. Center and E. Ninth Streets

Location: 1
Visibility: 6
Accessibility: 6
Marker type: St (M)
   

NOTES: The streets around this part of Reno can be a bit confusing, considering this marker is essentially right next to the campus of UNR, they can also be quite busy! Although finding this marker is pretty easy, actually seeing from the road and parking to view it is a different story. Your best bet is to park at the Ninth Street Park, just a half block E of the marker and then walk. Parking on the street and in the lot right next to the marker is STRICTLY PROHIBITED without a campus permit and subject to fine!

Description:
This tree was planted in soil from Civil War battle fields and dedicated to the memory of the Grand Army of the Republic by the National Commander in Chief June 10, 1913. It was marked and rededicated by Isaac Crist Camp Number 28, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Johana Shine Tent Number 82, Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War--Reno, Nevada, October 18, 1969

What a ridiculous spot to place this marker! They could've placed it on the lawn directly behind the tree, or on the sidewalk for better viewing. Directly across the street is the campus of UNR.

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