International World War Peace Tree, War memorial tree in Darmstadt, Indiana, US
Description
The International World War Peace Tree is a linden planted at the intersection of St. Joseph Avenue and Orchard Road in Darmstadt, surrounded by agricultural fields in southwestern Indiana. A wooden sign reading 'International World War Peace Tree - Nov. 11, 1918' marks its location at the northwest corner of the intersection.
History
Joseph Freudenberg brought this tree to the region as a German seedling in 1912 and chose this intersection as a location to honor the 1918 armistice with Germany. The planting marked the end of the war and became a symbol of peace for the local German-American community.
Culture
The tree represents German-American immigrants' commitment to their adopted home and continues to serve as a gathering place for veterans and peace ceremonies in this rural setting.
Practical
The memorial sits at a country intersection in Darmstadt and is accessible year-round without restrictions. Plan your visit on a clear day to read the inscription easily and take time to walk around the site to appreciate its simple but meaningful setting.
Did you know?
The Freudenberg family tended this memorial for over a century, with caretaker Charles Skeels continuing the tradition since 1988. This multigenerational stewardship shows how a single family can preserve a piece of shared history through decades of dedication.
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