World War I

Historical marker location:

Gonzales, Louisiana

( Marker can be reached from South Irma Boulevard, 0.3 miles East Worthey Street, on the right when traveling north.)

The Great War. 1914-1918.

The Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair, was held in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1904. The fair featured exhibits from around the world and introduced several new inventions and products to the public, including the ice cream cone and Dr Pepper soft drink.