Peace Monument

Leeds has a Civil War peace Monument erected on Monument Hill, the highest point in Leeds, by the Howard brothers, distinguished natives of Leeds; Major General Oliver Otis Howard, Rev. Roland Bailey Howard, and Brigadier General Charles H. Howard, in memory of the 161 soldiers and sailors who enlisted from this town.  More served than enlisted.

This is the largest per capita number serving in the war of any town in the State of Maine.

"1865 Was Sure Peace" each word of which is inscribed above each plaque on the monument.

The Monument is reached by a short hike (3/4 mile round trip ) up the hill and through the woods.

Though only 100 feet higher in elevation from the trail entrance on North Road, you get a full-circle view of the surrounding area from the top, especially in winter and spring.