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Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument OH

Lat, Long: 39.70817829, -83.89328575

Designation: National Monument

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of the most respected leaders of his time. A well-rounded man with a steadfast devotion to duty, Young led by example and inspired a generation of new leaders.

Weather:

The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 29 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 74 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is just under 40". Snowfall in the winter is generally light with an average total snowfall of about 22".

Directions:

"Youngsholm" is located in Wilberforce, Ohio near Wilberforce University. It is situated less than one mile west of the Wilberforce University and Central State University campuses on U.S. Route 42 at 1120 US Route 42 E.

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Address/Contact:

1120 U.S. Route 42 E

Wilberforce, US, 45384

Phone: 9373526757

Email: chyo_info@nps.gov

Entrance Fees:

A large grey house with dark grey shutters with a green lawn out front under a blue skyA large gray stone boulder with a bronze plaque on it indicating a national historical landmarkAn African American man in a military uniform holding a sabre and wearing a cap sitting in a chairAn African American man in a military uniform sitting high on a horse being saluted by a boyAn african american family posing for a portrait with the mother standing behind the father and kidsA long row of African American soldiers standing at attentionSeveral African American soldiers standing and sitting for a casual portraitAfrican American soldiers sitting, kneeling and standing for a casual photoSeveral african american soldiers on horseback parading down a dirt road.Several African American soldiers waving while standing and sitting on a boat's deckThree African American soldiers holding rifles and walking amongst tall grass and brush