River Rouge War Memorial

Historical marker location:

River Rouge, Michigan

( Marker is at the intersection of West Jefferson Avenue and Nieman Street, on the right when traveling north on West Jefferson Avenue.)

Marker installed: 1927

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.