Central Business District in Sacramento in Sacramento County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

The California Peace Officers Memorial

In Tribute

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

1. The California Peace Officers Memorial Marker

Inscription. Since statehood, the people of California have sought and cherished a quality of life unsurpassed in this great nation. There have been among us those who chose to serve as peace officers and when called upon unselfishly gave more than we have the right to ask. A passionate desire among their brother and sister peace officers and concerned Californians to commemorate those fallen heros is evidenced here. This moving memorial is a tribute to the dedicated men and women of the California Law Enforcement family who have given their lives to assure a peaceful and orderly society for their fellow citizens. Those brave and gallant protectors who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty are symbolically represented here by the County Sheriff of the 1880’s, the State motorcycle officer of the 1930’s and the municipal police officer of the 1980’s.

In Our Hearts We Honor Those Who Gave Their Lives – For We Can Do No Less

Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: Law Enforcement.

Location. 38° 34.616′ N, 121° 29.708′ W. Marker is in Sacramento, California, in Sacramento County. It is in the Central Business District. Memorial is located on the grounds of the California State Capital Park. Touch for map.

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Marker is at or near this postal address: 1700 I St, Sacramento CA 95811, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. California’s Historic Capitol (a few steps from this marker); California Mexican-American War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); California State Capitol Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Jesse M. Unruh State Office Building (within shouting distance of this marker); First Sacramento High School (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); California State Capitol (about 400 feet away); Sisters of Mercy (about 600 feet away); a different marker also named Sisters of Mercy (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sacramento.

Also see . . .
1. History of the Memorial. (Submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
2. California State Capital Museum Park - Peace Officers Memorial. (Submitted on December 29, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

Back View of Monument - List of Donors image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

2. Back View of Monument - List of Donors

A Second Marker at this Site image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

3. A Second Marker at this Site

I never dreamed it would be me, My name for all eternity, Recorded here at this hallowed place, Alas, my name, no more my face.
”In the line of duty,” I hear them say; My family now the price to pay. My folded flag stained with their tears; We only had those few short years.
The badge no longer on my check, I sleep now in eternal rest My sword I pass to those behind, And pray they keep this thought in mind.
I never dreamed it would be me, And with heavy heart and bended knee; I ask for all here from the past, Dear God, let my name be the last.

Sgt. George Hahn, LAPD, Ret.

The California Peace Officers Memorial image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

4. The California Peace Officers Memorial

Markers are located at the feet of the peace officer sculptures

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

5. The California Peace Officers Memorial

The County Sheriff from the 1880's, The motorcycle officer from the 1930's and the municipal police officer from the 1980's.

Statue at the Monument image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

6. Statue at the Monument

Representing a Widow and Child

The County Sheriff of the 1880's image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

7. The County Sheriff of the 1880's

The Motorcycle Officer of the 1930's image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

8. The Motorcycle Officer of the 1930's

The Municipal Police Officer of the 1980's image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

9. The Municipal Police Officer of the 1980's

View of Plaques Listing Fallen Officers image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, December 28, 2008

10. View of Plaques Listing Fallen Officers

"In the Line of Duty" image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Michael Stroud, May 1995

11. "In the Line of Duty"

Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 3,940 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 7, 8, 9. submitted on January 8, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 10. submitted on December 28, 2008, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 11. submitted on December 21, 2007, by Mike Stroud of Bluffton, South Carolina.