La Salle Memorial

Historical marker location:

380 Lake Boulevard, St. Joseph, Michigan

( Marker is on Lake Boulevard near Elm St..)

Marker installed: 1902

Fort Miamis.

Michigan played a significant role in the Civil War. Over 90,000 Michigan men served in the Union Army, and the state's contributions to the war effort included manufacturing weapons and supplies, providing food and clothing for soldiers, and supporting the Underground Railroad.