Camp Harlan

Historical marker location:

Mt Pleasant, Iowa

( Marker is at the intersection of West Courtland Street and Hickory Avenue, on the right when traveling west on West Courtland Street.)

The town of Elkader, Iowa was named after Abd el-Kader, a 19th-century Algerian Muslim leader who fought against French colonialism. The town was founded by settlers from Dubuque, who were inspired by Abd el-Kader's bravery and leadership.