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Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Indianapolis
The twenty seventh annual G A R encampment in Indianapolis drew thousands of veterans for a week of ceremonies, parades, and receptions. Gov. Matthews and Gen. Lew Wallace attended. Major events included a grand parade, war pageant, and illuminated monuments. Indiana led in turnout with about 14,000 veterans, while the West and World’s Fair influence boosted attendance and festivities.
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Grand Arm of the Republic
Indianapolis
Decatur
Ill
Stephenson
Hoosier
Harrison
Weissert
National Association of Naval Veterans
Masonic Temple
B.S. Osborn
New York
Osborn
Francis B. Allen
Hartford
Conn
Igan
Ohio
Illinois
Iowa
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
Shapingt
Tne
Indiana
John A. Logan
Eli Tilly
Commercial Club
Grand Army of the
Reublic
Ames R. Carnahan
K. of P
Weinsert
Court House
Military Park
State House
Gas Belt
Kearsarge
Capitol Grounds
Woman's