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Mitchell Red Cloud, Jr. Historic Marker
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Mrs. Nellie Red Cloud, mother of the Korean War hero, Corporal Mitchell Red Cloud, Jr., standing in front of the historical marker dedicated to her son. She was involved in the ceremony by unveiling the marker to the public and was instrumental in choosing the location for the historical marker. Mrs. Red Cloud selected Jackson County over other possible locations, for it was the birthplace and home of Corporal Red Cloud.
September 2, 1957
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