Confederate Monument

Historical marker location:

Fort Payne, Alabama

( Memorial is at the intersection of Gault Avenue North (U.S. 11) and 5th Street (Alabama Route 35), on the right when traveling north on Gault Avenue North.)

Marker installed: 1913

The University of Alabama was the site of one of the most dramatic moments in college football history. In 1970, legendary Alabama head coach Bear Bryant walked onto the field during a game against Southern California and ordered his team to remove their helmets as a sign of respect for the recent passing of USC's coach.