1861-1865

South/Infantry Side

"Fame's temple boasts no higher name, no king is grander on his throne: No glory shines with brighter gleam, the name of "Patriot" stands along." C.T.R.

East/Artillery Side

"When this historic shaft shall crumbling lie in ages hence, in woman's heart will be, a folded flag, a thrilling page unrolled, a deathless song of Southern chivalry." I.M.P.O.

North/Navy Side

"The seamen of Confederate fame startled the wondering world: for braver fight was never fought, and fairer flag was never furled." Anon.

West/Cavalry Side

"The knightliest of the knightly race who since the days of old, have kept the lamp of chivalry alight in the hearts of gold." F.O.T.

Marker is on Monroe Street west of North Union Street, on the left when traveling west.

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