Campbell's Island State Memorial
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Campbell's Island State Memorial is a granite monument that marks the site of a day-long battle on July 19, 1814 during the War of 1812
on Campbell's Island, Illinois
. Dedicated in 1908, the monument is maintained by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
as a national historic site.
War of 1812
The War of 1812 was a military conflict fought between the forces of the United States of America and those of the British Empire. The Americans declared war in 1812 for several reasons, including trade restrictions because of Britain's ongoing war with France, impressment of American merchant...
on Campbell's Island, Illinois
Campbell's Island, Illinois
Campbell's Island is an island and unincorporated community in the Mississippi River. The island is located in Rock Island County, Illinois. It is adjacent to the city of East Moline and is connected to the city by a bridge...
. Dedicated in 1908, the monument is maintained by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
The Illinois Historic Preservation Agency is a governmental agency of the U.S. state of Illinois. It is tasked with the duty of maintaining most State-owned historic sites within Illinois, and maximizing their educational and recreational value to visitors....
as a national historic site.