Gilman, Vermont facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gilman, Vermont
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 Gilman, Vermont
Location in Vermont
Gilman, Vermont
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Essex |
| Town | Lunenburg |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip code |
05904
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| Area code(s) | 802 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1457547 |
Gilman, also known as Fitzdale, is a small community in the state of Vermont, United States. It is located in Essex County, within the larger town of Lunenburg. Gilman is officially recognized as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the US Census Bureau defines for collecting statistics, even though it's not a separate town or city with its own local government. The community has its own post office and uses the ZIP code 05904.
People from Gilman
Gilman has been home to some notable individuals. One well-known person connected to the community was George L. Fox.
George L. Fox: A Heroic Chaplain
George L. Fox served as a minister at a Methodist church in Gilman. He is famous for being one of the Four Chaplains. These four brave chaplains were ministers from different faiths who were on board the troop transport ship Dorchester during World War II.
When the ship was attacked and began to sink, the chaplains helped calm the soldiers and organize the evacuation. They famously gave up their own life jackets to save other soldiers who didn't have any. All four chaplains went down with the ship, showing incredible courage and sacrifice. They are remembered as heroes for their selfless actions.
