Indiana Quick Quiz
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How many miles of paved road can you drive on at Crown Hill Cemetery?
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Who is the United States President buried at Crown Hill Cemetery?
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Who are the three United States Vice Presidents buried at Crown Hill Cemetery?
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Who is the infamous bank robber and "Public Enemy #1" buried at Crown Hill Cemetery?
Answers Below
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September 22, 1901 Allan “Rocky” Lane was born in Mishawaka. He grew up to be a movie cowboy in over 100 films, but his most famous role was that of the voice of the talking horse “Mr. Ed” on television.
September 25, 1863 Crown Hill Cemetery was incorporated. Located on over 550 acres in northwest Indianapolis, it is the third largest in the nation.
September 25, 1894 Culver Military Academy opened for its first regular session with 32 cadets in attendance.
September 26, 1774 John Chapman was born in Massachusetts. He became known as “Johnny Appleseed” and established orchards throughout the Midwest. He died in Ft. Wayne in 1847.
September 27, 1931 A large three-day festival dedicated the new Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport. Over 100 aircraft participated in air races, acrobatics, parachute jumps and stunt flying.
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