First Monument To George Washington
Additional Details:
| The first Monument erected to the memory of George Washington is located on top South Mountain It was built July 4th, 1827. The original monument was gradually reduced to a state of near ruins over a period of years. In 1936 it was rebuilt and is now a Maryland State Park. It is reached by a splendid road leading U.S. 40 just east of Boonsboro. |
