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| Add Photo — Add Link — Add Commentary — Correct this page — Print | | Near Carrollton in Carroll County, Kentucky — The American South (East South Central) |
The Price of Freedom
— All Kentucky Veterans —
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 1. Center Panel - The Price of Freedom Marker | | |
Inscription.
Center Panel:
The Price of Freedom
In honor and memory of all
Kentucky Veterans who served
our Country in times of Peace
and War, and to those who paid
the Supreme Sacrifice so that
we might enjoy freedom.
Their spirit, devotion, and love of
Country will be forever Remembered.
God - Duty - Honor - Country
Left Panel:
Army
Est. June 14, 1775
Responsible for military land
operations. The Army is prepared
to use swift forceful action to overcome
any enemy which threatens the
United States. The Continental Army
was created in 1775. And victories
won by this Army gave birth to a
new nation.
“This We'll Defend”
Navy
Est. Oct. 13, 1775
Serving as an instrument of
international relations during
time of peace, the presence of the
Navy is helpful in keeping a
crisis from flaring into war when
under attack. The Navy seeks out
and destroys the enemy on, under,
or above the sea.
“Anchors Away"
Air Force
Est. Aug. 1, 1907
Originally named the Army Signal
Corps. The Air Force is the youngest
branch of the Armed Forces. Providing
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 2. Left Panel - The Price of Freedom Marker | | Army - Navy - Air Force | | |
troops in battle.
The Air Force keeps aircraft and
missiles alert throughout the world.
“Off We Go Into The Wild Blue Yonder"
Right Panel:
Marines
Est. Nov. 10, 1775
The first to fight in almost every
major war of the United States.
This combat - ready organization
is specifically trained for amphibious
assault operations. Having served in
areas from Polar Regions to the
Tropics the Marines proclaim
“First to fight for the Right and Freedom”.
“Semper Fidelis Always Faithful"
Coast Guard
Est. Aug. 4, 1790
Formed to protect the coast against
smugglers. The Coast Guard police
shorelines and harbors, enforces maritime
laws, and rescues victims of sea disasters.
Ships at sea depend on the Coast Guard
for navigational aids to reduce the
dangers of our waterways.
“Semper Paratus Always Ready"
National Guard
Est. Dec. 13, 1636
Militia units formed in 1636 were the
precursors of today’s Army National Guard.
Our citizen soldiers are trained to provide
disaster relief in the States and aid in
National Defense in times of War.
Today every state has a National Guard
Unit trained and Ready to Serve.
“Always Ready Always There
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 3. Right Panel - The Price of Freedom Marker | | Marines - Coast Guard - National Guard | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 4. Full View - The Price of Freedom Marker | | |
Erected 2000 by American Legion Carroll Post #41 - And Many Others.
Location. 38° 40.002′ N, 85° 8.682′ W. Marker is near Carrollton, Kentucky, in Carroll County. Marker can be reached from General Butler Park Road west of U.S. 227. Click for map. located at the entrance of the "General Butler State Park" on the North side of the road. Marker is in this post office area: Carrollton KY 41008, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 7 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. General William Orlando Butler (approx. 1.1 miles away); Col. Percival Pierce Butler (approx. 1.1 miles away); The Masterson House (approx. 1.5 miles away); Carrollton (approx. 1.5 miles away); Home of Gen. Butler (approx. 2.2 miles away); World War I & World War I I Memorial - - Carroll County, Kentucky (approx. 2.2 miles away); Korea & Vietnam - - War Memorial of Carroll County Kentucky (approx. 2.2 miles away); Switzerland County Honor Roll Memorial (approx. 6.9 miles away in Indiana). Click for a list of all markers in Carrollton. |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 5. Other Full View - The Price of Freedom Marker | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 6. POW - MIA - You Are Not Forgotten . . . | | Dedicated to ALL former American Prisoners of War and those still Missing in Action who have sacrificed their Freedom in the Service of our Country. | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 7. Just a few of the Many Bricks - With Names and Military Units | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 8. "911" - Memorial | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 9. The "911" Memorial Plaque | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 10. Memorial to Civil Responders - on the "911" Memorial | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 11. The "Dedication" Memorial & Plaque | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 12. Dedication Plaque . . . | | (Click photo to see the details.) | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 26, 2009 | |
| | | 13. Unusual Fence " Top" - Within a Short Walk | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 26, 2009 | |
| | | 14. Fence and Plaque | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 26, 2009 | |
| | | 15. Memorial to: Oscar W. Geier | | Established - "Butler Memorial State Park" | | |
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By Ginger Drenning, August 25, 2009 | |
| | | 16. Entire Full View - - The Price of Freedom Marker | | |
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Credits. This page originally submitted on September 9, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 644 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16. submitted on September 9, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
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