Battle Marker to be Returned to Elizabeth Park

is set to have yet another jewel placed in her already illustrious crown.

The Monguagon Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution from the southwest side of the park and had it completely restored.

The daughters set a re-dedication ceremony for the marker for 5 p.m. August 9 on West Jefferson just north of the Grosse Ile free bridge. The date falls on the 200th anniversary of the battle.

No seating will be available, as the ceremony will be held outside, and guests are invited to bring chairs to sit on during the event.

All are welcome to celebrate the re-dedication of this historic landmark.

The monument was first dedicated in 1962 and had suffered severe weathering. The daughters began raising funds and applying for grants to restore the marker last year.