John Bowe, 1869 - 1954
Plaque in a park in western Minnesota
"John Bowe
1869 - 1954
Patriot -- Immigrant -- Soldier -- Lobbyist -- Businessman -- Author
Veterans Leader -- Philosopher
Former Canby Mayor and produce dealer
He never backed away from a fight
Knew no boundries in freedom's cause.
Served with Co. B. Minnesota's 13th Volunteer Infantry
Spanish American War and Philippine Insurrection
Also with the French Foreign Legion during World War I.
Decorations include Congressional Medal of Honor
French Croix de Guerre, Serbian Medals.
Name block on Bowe Produce Building razed in 1984"