War Correspondents Memorial
One of the only memorials dedicated to journalists who died in combat.

šŸ“œ This 50-foot-tall, arch-shaped memorial is dedicated to war correspondents who died covering wars.
šŸ” Built in 1896 by George "Gath" Townsend, a Civil War correspondent.

Why Go

šŸ“° One of the only memorials in the world for journalists killed in combat
šŸžļø Part of Gathland Maryland state park
šŸš¶ Appalachian Trail passes through the park

Tips

šŸ“ Located in Crampton's Gap, directly across from Gathland State Park.

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