Monumental Bennington Battle Monument Steadfast Landmark of Pride
The Bennington Battle Monument, raised to honor Gen. John Stark and the 1777 victory, stands as a Vermont landmark linked to local pride and controversy. After decades of tourist revenue and ceremonial pageantry, deterioration forced transfer to the Historic Sites Commission in 1953, with ongoing restoration needs noted.
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Molly
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Bennington Summer Guide to See Eat and Stay
A June special section by The Bennington Banner guides summer visitors to sights, dining, and lodging in southwestern Vermont. Ruth Bass edits with Tyler Resch and Nancy H. Otis assisting. Cover photo shows Scott Griffin at Mt. Anthony Country Club with Clayton White and John Maurycy observing. The Mt. Anthony fairway overlooks the Bennington Battle Monument.
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Bennington
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Ruth Bass
Tyler Resch
Nancy H. Otis
Scott Griffin
Mt. Anthony Country Club
Clayton White
John Maurycy
Bennington Battle Monument
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