Lexington Park, Maryland War Memorials

United States Colored Troops Memorial Statue

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21550 Willows Rd, Lexington Park, MD 20653, USA

About This Memorial

The United States Colored Troops Memorial Monument in St. Mary's County, Maryland, honors the 180,000 African Americans who served in the Union Army and Navy during the Civil War, including over 700 recruits from the county. It specifically commemorates Medal of Honor recipients Pvt. William H. Barnes and Sgt. James H. Harris for their bravery at the Battle of New Market Heights, as well as sailor Joseph B. Hayden. The monument recognizes the sacrifices of these soldiers and sailors, many of whom were formerly enslaved. It stands as a tribute to their contributions to the Union cause during the Civil War.

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Reviews

7/18/2021

"Fascinating memorial to a famous colored Civl War unit that resides in the middle of a sports and recreation center. Sad that the information panels have all faded or have been discolored as there is some really interesting history. Hope they can bring them back to tell the whole story."