Keokuk Memorial

Historical marker location:

Keokuk, Iowa

( Marker is on River Road north of Rand Park Terrace, on the left when traveling north.)

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.