Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery
National Historic Landmark

Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery

Rohwer, Desha County, Arkansas
Listed
July 5, 1992
Type
District
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
92001882

Location

Rohwer, Desha County, Arkansas
33.76641, -91.28027

Significance

Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery is a historic district in Rohwer, Desha County, Arkansas. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 5, 1992, under reference number 92001882. It is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States. It is recognized for its significance in Asian and Social History.

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Sources

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Nearby Historic Sites

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Nearby Battles

Rohwer War Relocation Center
1942Modern
1.5 mi

Questions about this property

When was Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery listed on the National Register?

Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 5, 1992.

What type of historic resource is Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery?

Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery?

The period of significance for Rohwer Relocation Center Memorial Cemetery is recorded as the industrial era, specifically around 1942.

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