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Private George Eber Duclo, Marine Corps, was the first soldier from Manitou Springs to die in World War I. He was killed in a battle in France on June 15, 1918. He is buried in Crystal Valley Cemetery in Manitou Springs, Colorado.
Manitou Springs Memorial Park is dedicated to him and all of Manitou's sons and daughters who have gave their lives for their country. A bronze statue and plaque of the WWI doughboy is present in the park.
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