“Uncle Sam” — Troy, New York

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“Uncle Sam”

Troy, New York

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THE STORY

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"Uncle Sam" originated as a name for Samuel Wilson, who lived from 1766 to 1854, during the War of 1812, and it was later adopted by the United States.

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FIND IT

Troy, New York · USA

NEARBY MARKERS

George Henry Thomas

Military

Gardner Earl Memorial Chapel & Crematorium

Faith

Historic Oakwood Cemetery

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