Pelham Monument, Route 29, Virginia

  • Memorial marker along U.S. Route 29 that was dedicated in 1927.
  • The monument was originally placed on the Kelly's Ford battlefield.
  • The monument now resides a short drive from the battlefield where Pelham fell.
  • In memory of Major John Pelham, born Sept. 7, 1838 in Calhoun Co. Ala., mortally wounded March 17, 1863 near Kelley's Ford VA.
  • Like Marshal Ney one of the bravest of the brave.
  • Base stone from Kelley's Ford Battlefield near spot where Pelham fell.
  • Vintage postcard showing the Pelham monument.
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