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Mound City National Cemetery Preservation Commission, Inc. |
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The Illinois State Monument at Mound City National Cemetery. |
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Mound City National Cemetery Preservation Commission |
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On July 17, 1862, Congress passed legislation that sanctioned President Lincoln to procure “grounds” to be used as national cemeteries “for soldiers who shall have died in the service of the country.”
Established in 1864, the Mound City National Cemetery was created. Located near Mound City, IL, the cemetery consists of 10.5 acres of marble headstones. A recent purchase of 3.6 acres of land will expand the burial grounds.
Our dedication is to the preservation of this cemetery for the generations of today and tomorrow. |
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Mound City National Cemetery Preservation Commission, Inc. P.O. Box 45 Mound City, IL 62963 Phone: 618-748-9041 |
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Ceremony a Success!
The Memorial Day Ceremony, held on Saturday, May 23, was a rousing success! Beautiful weather, excellent speakers and great music was heard by all who were there. The crowd was one of the largest we have had in a few years.
A big “Thank You” goes out to all who helped and participated in this successful ceremony. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year! |
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Sisters of the Holy Cross
The Sisters of the Holy Cross, at Notre Dame, IN are interested in preserving their work at the Mound City Hospital.
A monument is in preliminary stages of discussion. Please keep the Sisters in your thoughts and prayers to fulfill this project and add to the beauty of this cemetery. |
