Belton in Cass County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Smoot Peace Park and Veterans Memorial
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
1. Smoot Peace Park and Veterans Memorial
Love + Labor + Leisure + Light + Law=
"Peace"
A memorial to
Mr. & Mrs. G. W. Smoot
given to City of Belton by daughter
Cynthia Smoot Jones
1956
Dedicated to those who served
Dedicated Veteran's Day
Nov. 11, 2004
We salute the courage, honor,
patriotism, and sacrifice of
all men and women who serve in the
Armed Forces of the United States
We mourn the loss of those who have
given their lives to preserve and
defend our precious liberty
May we never forget that freedom isn't free!
Dedicated to True American Heroes
September 11, 2005
P.O.W.
Prisoner of War
Your suffering as a prisoner of war can never be understood.
Death might have been easier and
even welcome for you during your captivity.
Your bravery and courage continue to inspire.
May your example of steadfastness never fade
in our memories!
M.I.A.
Missing In Action
Your fate may never be known.
Your families may never have their questions answered.
However, we live better lives because
of your service and sacrifice.
You will not be forgotten!
Through the generosity and compassion of
local businesses and civic organizations
this
this page online
POW-MIA's and their families.
You are not forgotten!
September 16, 2006
The future of this great nation
is contingent upon all generations
treasuring her history and the
ultimate sacrifices made by
those who came before.
Dedicated Veterans' Day
November 11, 2007
Erected by Cynthia Smoot Jones, VFW Post 8220 & Auxiliary, Lions Club, Belton Park Board, et al.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Military • Parks & Recreational Areas • Peace.
Location. 38° 48.724′ N, 94° 32.041′ W. Marker is in Belton, Missouri, in Cass County. Memorial is at the intersection of Chestnut Street and 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west on Chestnut Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 611 Chestnut Street, Belton MO 64012, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Life on the Family Farm (approx. 6.2 miles away); Quantrill's Raids and the Military Road (approx. 7˝ miles away in Kansas); New Santa Fe (approx. 7.6 miles away); a different marker also named New Santa Fe (approx. 7.6 miles away); Oregon and California National Historical Trails / Santa Fe National Historic Trail
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
2. Smoot Peace Park Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
3. Smoot Peace Park Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
4. Veterans Memorial Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
5. Veterans Memorial Pavers
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6. Veterans Memorial Sponsor Marker
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7. Veterans Memorial Marker
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8. POW-MIA Memorial
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9. Veterans Memorial Marker
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10. Prisoner of War Memorial Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
11. Veterans Memorial Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
12. Missing in Action Memorial Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
13. Veterans Memorial Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 6, 2011
14. Veterans Memorial Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on December 16, 2020. It was originally submitted on December 24, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 880 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14. submitted on December 24, 2011, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
