AMAZON ARMY HISTORIC SITE
Dedication Service
On June 14, 2007 a memorial plaque was placed at the Franklin Community Center which is at the location of the Union Hall. The Amazon Army marched on this site. Linda Knoll who wrote and directed the original performance play "Army of Amazons - An Oral History of Southeast Kansas" and her cast were on hand for the dedication. Phyllis Bitner, Chairman of the Heritage Committee of Franklin Community Council, Inc. spoke of the history and inspiration of these courageous women.
Sean Steffen/Morning Sun Morning Sun, July 13th, 2012
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