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Korean War Topic

 
By Mark Hilton, April 10, 2018
Lee County War Memorial (North)
101 ► Arkansas, Lee County, Marianna — Lee County War Memorial —
On East Chestnut Street at Court Street, on the left when traveling east on East Chestnut Street.
East Side Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his country. Dedicated by the citizens of Lee County to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their country. North Side Korean War . . . — — Map (db m117251) WM
102 ► Arkansas, Lonoke County, Lonoke — Lonoke County Honor Roll —
On North Center Street (Arkansas Route 31) at East 4th Street, on the right when traveling north on North Center Street.
World War I Honor Roll Ray A. Martin • Walter M. Brawley • Clayton Stevenson • Joe Nelson • Jesse Brashears • Ross H. Robinson • Pat Petty • John Hall • Edward L. Dardenne • Jack Clayton • Charles C. Coulson • James H. Folks • Robert Dowdle • . . . — — Map (db m211571) WM
103 ► Arkansas, Marion County, Yellville — In Memory of Corporal Charles L. Gilliland — Medal of Honor Recipient, Congressional Medal of Honor —
On State Highway 14 0.1 miles north of Potter, on the right when traveling north.
A native of Baxter County, Arkansas, this young 17 year old was killed during the Korean War in April 1951, while serving as a member of the U.S. Army, Company I, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division. — — Map (db m160310) HM WM
104 ► Arkansas, Mississippi County, Blytheville — Mississippi County Korean War Memorial —
On West Walnut Street at North 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east on West Walnut Street.
In memoriam to those men from Mississippi County who gave their lives in the Korean War 1950-1953 Capt. William O. Boyd · Pvt. William H. Charles · Sgt. Louis A. Webb · Cpl. Billy L. Crain · PFC. Duane Brown · Pvt. Billy L. Hopper · PFC. Gerald . . . — — Map (db m212140) WM
105 ► Arkansas, Mississippi County, Osceola — South Mississippi County War Memorial —
On North Walnut Street (U.S. 61) at West Johnson Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Walnut Street.
In Memoriam To those men from South Mississippi County who gave their lives in World Wars I & II, Korea, and Southeast Asia Lt. John McGavock Grider - PVT. William A. Charles PFC Clarence Croft - CPL. Billie W. Craine PFC Hershel Brock . . . — — Map (db m36534) WM
106 ► Arkansas, Montgomery County, Mount Ida — In Memory of Montgomery County Veterans Who Died for Our Freedom —
On U.S. 270 at West Street, on the right when traveling east on U.S. 270.
World War I Frank Alexander • Sherman Horn • Joseph B. Howard • Jimmy L. Qualls • Nyram C. Rains • Arthur R. Wallace • Bill J. Williams • John Cearley • Henery Curtis • Drayton Raines . . . — — Map (db m262792) WM
107 ► Arkansas, Poinsett County, Lepanto — Lepanto Veterans Memorial —
On Alexander Avenue south of Holmes Street, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated by the citizens of Lepanto community in grateful tribute to the men who gave their lives in the defense of our country World War I Willie Lamb World War II Jimmie Carter • Ralph Bowles • Jack Young • Herbert . . . — — Map (db m221253) WM
108 ► Arkansas, Randolph County, Pocahontas — Veterans Memorial —
On West Broadway Street at South Marr Street, on the left when traveling west on West Broadway Street.
[Centre Column] Randolph County will remember These gave all World War I Earl Almon • Thomas M. Cochran • Roy P. Chodic • James Chesnut • Arthur Craft • Henry A. Foster • Carey Haley • Eric C. . . . — — Map (db m172264) WM
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109 ► Arkansas, Stone County, Mountain View — Our Stone County Sons —
On West Main Street (Arkansas Route 66) west of North Peabody Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In Loving Remembrance of Our Stone County Sons who paid the supreme price of their lives in the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, and who now await reunion with us in eternity as we, their friends and . . . — — Map (db m155979) WM
110 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — 936 Field Artillery Battalion —
On South School Avenue south of West Willoughby Road, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to those who served and those who waited HQ & HQS Battery Austin, Carl D. ∙ Baldwin, Alvin E. ∙ Bartle, Billy J. ∙ Blake, Harold G. ∙ Blood, Rueben S. ∙ Bohannan, Billy W. ∙ Brown, Marion E. . . . — — Map (db m62976) WM
111 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Medal of Honor —
Near North Campus Walk south of West Maple Street, on the left when traveling south.
Five alumni of the University of Arkansas have been awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor, the nation's highest distinction for supreme gallantry in military action. World War II: Lt. Maurice Britt ’41, U.S. Army, Italy, Nov. 10, 1943; Lt.(JG) . . . — — Map (db m224265) HM
112 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — The Chosin Few —
On Cemetery Circle, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to the brave men who survived their entrapment at the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea, in that bitterly cold winter of 1950 ... who refused to leave behind "their heroes," the dead and wounded. Who proved again . . . — — Map (db m21102) HM
113 ► Arkansas, White County, Searcy — In Loving Memory of those from White County —
On West Arch Avenue at North Spring Street, on the right when traveling west on West Arch Avenue.
In loving memory of those from White County who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and world wide democracy. World War I Allen, Arthur • Alfred, William • Armstrong, Herman • Autra, Alfred • Benoit, Joseph V. • . . . — — Map (db m174134) WM
114 ► Arkansas, Woodruff County, Augusta — Woodruff County War Memorial —
On North 3rd Street north of Spruce Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of all the valiant men and women of Woodruff Co. who defended their ideals and served their country during time of war. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten — — Map (db m117719) WM
115 ► California, Alameda County, Alameda, Bay Farm Island — Veterans Memorial Park —
On Island Drive at Doolittle Drive when traveling south on Island Drive.
The dedication of this park was made possible through the generosity of these sponsors. Community of Harbor Bay Isle • Ascend Communications • City of Alameda • Ronald H. Cowan • Doric Group of Companies • Harbor Bay Realty • Eastern Landscaping . . . — — Map (db m220512) WM
116 ► California, Alameda County, Berkeley — UC Berkeley Korean War Memorial —
Near Bancroft Way.
In memory of Our classmates Who gave their lives In the service of their country In the Korean War. 1950-1953 ROTC Classes of 1951 Dedicated September, 2001 — — Map (db m238685) WM
117 ► California, Alameda County, Castro Valley, Castro Valley Community Park — Castro Valley Veterans Memorial —
On Quail Aveue east of Lake Chabot Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Side One: PFC William Blakely USA Vietnam • PFC Steven C Canright USA Vietnam • CPL James M Cardwell USA Vietnam • SSGT Larry H Cooke USA Vietnam • PFC Gerald T Duffey USMC Vietnam • PFC Richard L Iannicelli USA Vietnam • PFC Thad B . . . — — Map (db m220199) WM
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118 ► California, Alameda County, Hayward — Hayward War Memorial —
Near Mission Boulevard at D Street, on the right when traveling north.
We honor and remember the fallen military heroes of the City of Hayward, California Ambrose O’Neill USA-Spanish/US • Anton Andrade USA-WWI • Ralph S. Armstrong USA-WWI • Joseph Calderia USA-WWI • Henry Dillon WWI • Lee R. Griffin USA-WWI • . . . — — Map (db m200407) HM
119 ► California, Alameda County, Piedmont — Honor Roll —
Near Vista Avenue near Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
World War I Egbert Williams Beach • Henry Augustus Butters • Otto Julius Carlsen • Frank Jay Field • Thomas Edward Graves • Carl Castlemayne Jones • Hunter McClure World War II George David Anderson • John R. Anderson, Jr. • James . . . — — Map (db m72281) WM
120 ► California, Alameda County, Pleasanton — Pleasanton Veterans Memorial —
Near Sunol Boulevard north of Sycamore Road.
Here We Mark the Price of Freedom Pvt Meinrad Auf Der Maur Army WWI 9-Jun-1918 • Pvt Charles Perry Army WWI 6-Jan-1919 • Pvt Ambrose D Regalia Army WWII 4-Jun-1942 • Tech4 William J Theodore Army WWII 17-Oct-1942 • 2Lt James W Mc Cann Jr Army . . . — — Map (db m216969) WM
121 ► California, Amador County, Sutter Creek — To Remember the Men of Amador County Who Died in The World War —
On Main Street (State Highway 49), on the left when traveling south.
[There are four markers mounted on the monument; one each for World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The first three are mounted on the north side and the fourth is mounted on the south side of monument] [World War I] To . . . — — Map (db m13421) WM
122 ► California, Butte County, Paradise — Paradise Veterans Memorial —
Near Black Olive Drive near Pearson Road, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to those Who made the Ultimate Sacrifice Arguello, Robert • Collins, Clarence, Cpl • Casey, Liam Soueph, Pfc • Clewett, Kenneth, Cpt • Darting, Leslie • Hill, Dale Evan, Pfc • Collins, Clarence H. • Knox, Merrill Irven, Cpl • . . . — — Map (db m66137) WM
123 ► California, Contra Costa County, Clayton — Clayton Veterans Memorial —
On Oak Street at Main Street, on the left when traveling south on Oak Street.
Bronze Plaque: The Willingness To Sacrifice Is The Prelude to Freedom This plaque honors all Clayton citizens who have served and are serving in our military. We will never forget those from Clayton who have given their lives . . . — — Map (db m236769) WM
124 ► California, Contra Costa County, Danville — Danville Veterans Memorial —
On Hartz Avenue at East Prospect Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Hartz Avenue.
Marker 1: Didicated Mar. 1922 to those who served in World War By Danville Women's Club Marker 2: William Peterson Simeon Anderson George Freitis Peter Byers Lloyd Wood Marker 3: In memory of the men and women who served and . . . — — Map (db m201777) WM
125 ► California, Contra Costa County, Pleasant Hill — Contra Costa County World War I Memorial —
On Contra Costa Boulevard at Boyd Road, on the right when traveling south on Contra Costa Boulevard.
Plaque One: Dedicated to those from Contra Costa County who served their country in the World War, and to the memory of these who “Gave the last full measure of devotion” 1914 – 1918 Simeon M. Anderson • Adolph C. Bauer, Jr. • Peter . . . — — Map (db m217766) WM
126 ► California, El Dorado County, Placerville — El Dorado County Veterans Monument —
Near Fair Lane near Ray Lawyer Drive.
[Marker located on right planter stand on walkway of entrance to Monument:] El Dorado County Veterans Monument Dedicated on Veterans Day November 11, 2006 By The Friends of the Monument And The Grateful Citizens Of . . . — — Map (db m21750) WM
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127 ► California, Fresno County, Clovis — Clovis Veterans Memorial — On Behalf of a Grateful Nation —
On Hughes Avenue 0.1 miles north of 5th Street.
A memorial to the men and women of the United States armed forces who have given their lives in service to their Country and the Clovis Community. Dedicated November 11, 2003 Clovis Memorial District Tom Wright, Chairman • Joan . . . — — Map (db m47246) WM
128 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — Fresno Corridor of Flags Veterans Memorial —
On Fresno Street at O Street, on the right when traveling east on Fresno Street.
Dedicated To Honor All Veterans of Fresno ——————— This plaque dedicated to all who served in the military and especially those who gave their lives in service to God and Country for the . . . — — Map (db m41098) WM
129 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, McLane — Korea "The Forgotten War" —
On N First Street, on the right when traveling south.
On June 25, 1950, the five-year old peace of World War II was shattered when the North Korean People's Army poured across the 38th parallel invading South Korea. They moved quickly down the Korean peninsula, but United States President Harry . . . — — Map (db m197753) WM
130 ► California, Kern County, Bakersfield — Kern County Korean War Memorial —
On Truxtun Avenue near Myrtle Street, on the left when traveling east.
[Center Panel:] Korea The Forgotten War June 25, 1950 – July 27, 1953 33,741 – Americans Killed in Action 2,835 – Non-Hostile Deaths 103,283 – Americans Wounded . . . — — Map (db m25041) WM
131 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — The Medal of Honor — U.S. Air Force Medal of Honor Recipients —
On Rosamond Boulevard at North Muroc Drive, on the right when traveling north on Rosamond Boulevard.
The medal of honor is the highest U.S. military decoration awarded to individuals who, while serving in the U.S. armed services, have distinguished themselves by conspicuous gallantry and courage at the risk of life, above and beyond the call . . . — — Map (db m115091) WM
132 ► California, Kern County, Mojave — Mojave Air & Spaceport —
On Flightline Street, on the left when traveling west.
The Mojave Airport was created in 1935 as part of the Kern County Airport System. The fledgling airport was built to serve gold mines near Mojave. At the outset of World War Two, the airport became a Marine Corps Air Station that trained Marine . . . — — Map (db m53126) HM
133 ► California, Kern County, Mojave — United States Marine Corps Air Station — Mojave California — 1942 - 1947 • 1951 - 1959 —
On Flightline Street, on the left when traveling west.
In dedication to the pilots, air crews and personnel of Mojave, who trained, served and gave their lives in the service of this country, especially to those who valiantly fought for freedom in the great battles of World War II and Korea. Semper . . . — — Map (db m53280) HM
134 ► California, Kern County, Wasco — Korean and Vietnam Veterans Memorial —
Near Leonard Avenue north of Paso Robles Highway (Route 46), on the right when traveling north.
For the comrades and families who gave of themselves to insure America’s Freedom. Dedicated to the memory of SSG Larry S. Pierce, Sept 1965, MOH-RVN; Sgt. Steven Chavira, 1971 MIA-RVN. — — Map (db m114465) WM
135 ► California, Los Angeles County, Calabasas — M*A*S*H — Malibu Creek State Park — Surround yourself in the set of a beloved television series —
Near Las Virgenes Road south of Mulholland Highway.
M*A*S*H, a brilliant blend of drama and comedy — incorporating the universal theme of making do under difficult circumstances — drew a faithful audience that grew every year and landed the show in the pantheon of classic television. Four . . . — — Map (db m167580) HM
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136 ► California, Los Angeles County, Lakewood — The Boys of Del Valle Park
On Woodruff Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Reported missing.
We climbed aboard that huge winged rocket, and rode it to the sky. Our minds would soar for hours and hours, we're never gonna die. With pitch and yaw, dives and rolls, we'd blast bad guys to heaven. We'd crash and burn and walk . . . — — Map (db m66477) WM
137 ► California, Los Angeles County, Lancaster — Captain Iven Carl "Kinch" Kincheloe, Jr. — USAF —
On Lancaster Boulevard east of 10th Street West, on the right when traveling east.
Iven Carl Kincheloe was the "first of the Spacemen". In September 1956, he was the first human to fly beyond 100,000 feet when he piloted the Bell X-2 (#1) to 126,200 feet (23.9 miles). He was the holder of several X-2 records. A . . . — — Map (db m223398) HM
138 ► California, Los Angeles County, Lancaster — Henry E. "Hank" Chouteau — Aerospace Walk of Honor —
On Lancaster Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
As Northrop’s Chief Test Pilot for advanced fighter aircraft, Hank Chouteau helped develop dozens of new or modified aircraft, participating in aircraft design, development, test flights and marketing. Chouteau logged more than 7,300 flight . . . — — Map (db m66501) HM
139 ► California, Los Angeles County, Long Beach, Old Lakewood City — Veterans Memorial — United Aerospace Workers — McDonnell Douglas Corporation —
On East Carson Street, on the right when traveling east.
[Panel #3] This Veterans Memorial is Dedicated by the Employees of McDonnell Douglas Corporation to Honor the Sacrifices of the Men and Women who Have Served Our Nation in War and Peace. More than 12,000 McDonnell Douglas Corporation . . . — — Map (db m101481) HM
140 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Boyle Heights — Mexican American All Wars Monument — In Memoriam —
On Cesar E Chavez Avenue at Indiana Street, on the right when traveling east on Cesar E Chavez Avenue.
The Mexican colony in Los Angeles dedicates with deep gratitude and respect this sacred monument to the memory of heroes of Mexican descent who gave their lives in World War II in the interest of democratic principles. Dec. 7, . . . — — Map (db m190289) WM
141 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hazard — Japanese-American Soldiers — 442nd Infantry RCT, World War II Memorial — Korean War Dead - 1950 to '53 —
Near Evergreen Avenue north of First Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Sacred Memory This memorial is reverently placed here by the Japanese American Community, under the auspices of the Southern California Burial and Memorial Committee, in memory of American soldiers of Japanese ancestry who fought, . . . — — Map (db m74081) HM WM
142 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, North Hollywood — North Hollywood High School — Veterans Memorial —
On Magnolia Boulevard just west of Colfax Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In memory of former North Hollywood High School Students who died in the defense of their country during World War II, The Korean War and The Vietnam War. Dedicated 1985. Donated by: Mr. Kaz's 1984 Current History Students, Mr. . . . — — Map (db m227116) HM
143 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, San Pedro — S.S. Lane Victory — Port of Los Angeles —
Near Miner Street 1 mile south of Harbor Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Built at California Ship Building Corporation, Terminal Island, California, hull no. V794, in 1945. Participated in WWII, Korea and Vietnam delivering vital cargos in war and peace. This vessel was designated a National Historic Landmark . . . — — Map (db m131429) HM
144 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, San Pedro — 188 — U.S.S. Los Angeles — Non sibi sed patriae ("Not for Self but for Country") — L. A. Maritime Museum —
On Harbor Boulevard north of 6th Street, on the right when traveling north.
U.S.S. Los Angeles Naval Monument Heavy Cruiser CA-135 To the personnel and ships of the United States Navy Anchors - loan United States Navy Mainmast & mooring bitts - donated by Joseph S. Schapiro Capstan cover - donated by San . . . — — Map (db m71839) HM WM
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145 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks — Sherman Oaks Veterans Memorial —
Near Huston Street east of Hazeltine Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
American Legion Post No. 193 Van Nuys dedicates this memorial in honor of those veterans from the Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks area who served honorably in the armed forces of the United States of America during World War I, World War II, Korea, . . . — — Map (db m234339) WM
146 ► California, Los Angeles County, Santa Clarita, Newhall — Korean War — 1950 - 1953 —
On Walnut Street at Newhall Avenue on Walnut Street.
On June 25, 1950, North Korea, equipped with soviet arms, invaded South Korea to unify the country under communism. Three days later, president Harry S. Truman ordered combat forces to deploy to Korea. Ultimately, combat troops from fifteen . . . — — Map (db m250165) HM WM
147 ► California, Marin County, Ross — Ross War Memorial —
On Ross Common at Lagunitas Road, on the right when traveling north on Ross Common.
This monument is dedicated to veterans of the Armed Forces from the Town of Ross who served their Country during World War I & II, and in Korea and Vietnam. It is a memorial to those who gave their lives so that we may live in peace. . . . — — Map (db m213580) WM
148 ► California, Merced County, Gustine — Men of Gustine War Memorial — Sacrificed their lives serving Our County —
On 3rd Avenue at 6th Street, on the right when traveling west on 3rd Avenue.
They gave up their Tomorrows so we could have our Todays Pvt. Manuel M. Lopes, Army, 1895 - 1920, WWI – Europe, American Legion Post 240 – Named in his honor • S.F.C. Frank A. Salsa, Jr., Navy, 1918 – 1944, K.I.A. – Anzio . . . — — Map (db m69131) WM
149 ► California, Merced County, Merced — Merced County Veterans Memorial —
On N Street at W 21st Avenue, on the right when traveling north on N Street.
Marker One: Spanish-American War 1898-1902 World War I 1914-1918 World War II 1941-1945 The Korean War 1950-1953 Dominican Republic 1965 The Vietnam War 1959-1975 Lebanon Intervention 1983 Grenada Intervention 1983-1984 . . . — — Map (db m204554) WM
150 ► California, Merced County, Santa Nella — In Memory of Korean War Veterans —
Near Tres Cerritos Boulevard east of North Loop Road.
In Memory of Korean War Veterans This monument, created in Republic of Korea, is erected here to forever remember the honorable sacrifices of fallen soldiers during the Korean War 6.25한국전쟁에서 . . . — — Map (db m213837) WM
151 ► California, Merced County, Santa Nella — In Memory of Korean War Veterans — Thanks and Honor —
Near Tres Cerritos Boulevard east of North Loop Road when traveling south.
한국전 정전 60주년 기념 "한국전 참전용사의 해"를 맞 이하여 이곳에 . . . — — Map (db m213841) WM
152 ► California, Merced County, Santa Nella — The Chosin Few — Korea • November–December 1950 —
Near Tres Cerritos Boulevard east of North Loop Road when traveling south.
. . . — — Map (db m213838) HM WM
153 ► California, Merced County, Santa Nella — The Remembrance Memorial for California Korean War Veterans —
On Tres Cerritos Boulevard east of North Loop Road, on the left.
To the 2,495 men from California who during the Korean War, 25 June 1950 to 27 July 1953, gave their last measure of valor to their country. On this wall are men killed in action, mission in action, or who died prisoners of war. May this memorial . . . — — Map (db m213834) WM
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154 ► California, Mono County, Coleville — Mountain Warfare Training Center — U.S. Marine Corps —
On State Highway 108 (Sonora Pass) 0.4 miles west of U.S. 395, on the left when traveling east.
Was established in 1951, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service. One of the Corps most remote and isolated posts. The mission was providing cold weather training for Korea bound replacement personnel. The name changed to “Marine Corp Cold . . . — — Map (db m11919) HM
155 ► California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea — Korean War Memorial —
Near 6th Avenue.
Remember "The Forgotten War" Korea June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953 To honor those brave Americans who under trying circumstances fought and gave their lives to defend their country and the cause of freedom. ...may God . . . — — Map (db m41105) WM
156 ► California, Monterey County, Gonzales — Gonzales Veterans Memorial —
On 5th Street near Center Street, on the right when traveling west.
Panel 1 Dedicated to The Men and Women Of this Community Who served In the Armed Forces Of the United States World War II Erected in Gratitude By The Community 1946 Panel 2: Dedicated to The . . . — — Map (db m64258) WM
157 ► California, Monterey County, Monterey — Pomerene Hall —
On Lewis Road, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of Captain Robert Luis Pomerene 1924 - 1951 who died as a result of wounds received in action 12 February 1951 in Korea. The Silver Star was awarded posthumously to Captain Pomerene for his actions that day. During . . . — — Map (db m308749) HM WM
158 ► California, Monterey County, Monterey — San Carlos Parish Veterans Memorial —
Near Church Streeet, on the left when traveling east.
No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 This San Carlos parish community gratefully remembers those who served in the Armed Forces of the United States during times of war and peace whose . . . — — Map (db m63504) WM
159 ► California, Monterey County, Monterey, Naval Postgraduate School — Ingersoll Memorial —
Near Cottage Way.
To Honor the Ingersoll Family and all who served aboard the two USS Ingersolls: DD-652 1943-1946--WWII 1951-1970--Korea and Vietnam DD-990 1980-1998—Desert Storm — — Map (db m234805) WM
160 ► California, Nevada County, Nevada City — Nevada County War & Veterans Memorial — Memorial Grove —
On Nimrod Street, on the left when traveling south.
Memorial Grove This plot of land set aside by the City of Nevada. These trees living tributes to our war dead. This plaque and flagpole erected by the citizens of Nevada City dedicated July 4, 1946 to the memory of our heroes who gave their . . . — — Map (db m40373) WM
161 ► California, Orange County, Garden Grove — Tibor Rubin —
On Bailey St., on the right when traveling north.
Tibor Rubin is a Hungarian-born Holocaust survivor who received the Congressional Medal of Honor in 2005, 55 years after his service as a U.S. Army rifleman during the Korean War. Of the 6.8 million Americans who served during that war, only . . . — — Map (db m195319) WM
162 ► California, Orange County, Westminster — Sid Goldstein —
Near All American Way.
[upper plaque] In February 1945, 2nd Lieutenant Sid Goldstein, U.S. Army, 34th infantry division, received the distinguished Service Cross from 5-star General George C. Marshall on a World War II battlefield in Italy. Lt. Goldstein . . . — — Map (db m195523) WM
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163 ► California, Placer County, Roseville — Roseville Korean War Veterans Memorial —
Near Maidu Road east of Rocky Ridge Road, on the left when traveling east.
[Column 1:] Albert Ace • Louis Alvarez • Harlin Amick • Rollin Amick • Joseph Andrade • Ralph L. Andrade • Reyes Andrade • John Arivo • Larry Arnett • Julian Assad • Eddie Astill • Manfred Astill* Lowell Baggett • Tony Basque • . . . — — Map (db m52762) WM
164 ► California, Plumas County, Chester — Chester Veterans Memorial Plaza — Dedicated May 26, 2008 —
On Meadow Brook Loop, on the right when traveling south.
This marker is made up of three individual markers, one each for the Korean War, World War II and the Vietnam War. In memory of Plumas County Korean War Verterans who gave their lives in the “Forgotten War” They may have . . . — — Map (db m66123) WM
165 ► California, Plumas County, Portola — Plumas County Honor Roll World War Two and Korea and Vietnam —
On Feather River Highway (East Sierra Avenue) (California Route 70), on the right when traveling east.
Two memorial panels have been placed in front of the Veteran's Memorial Hall in Portola Daniel Herrmann • Lee Johnson • Palmer Johnson • Fred R. Kabkee • O. Jean Kampschmidt • Kelly E. Kimes • Howard King • Don H. Lancaster • James E. . . . — — Map (db m66183) WM
166 ► California, Plumas County, Portola — Western Pacific 106 "Charles O. Sweetwood" — Business Observation Passenger Car —
Near Western Pacific Way 0.2 miles west of Main Street.
The unique history of this passenger car makes it one of the most important artifacts in the museum's collection. When built by the famous Pullman Company in 1917, this car was named the "Pioneer" and was part of Pullman's executive lease fleet, . . . — — Map (db m163303) HM
167 ► California, Plumas County, Quincy — 480 — Plumas County Veterans Memorial —
On Main Street (California Route 70) near Court Street, on the right when traveling east.
(Panel on the left) On behalf of the grateful people of Plumas County, this memorial is dedicated to all our veterans and those whose names are engraved on these tablets, who made the ultimate sacrifice for us all. Dedicated May 29, 2006 . . . — — Map (db m66185) HM
168 ► California, Riverside County, Chiriaco Summit — Coachella Valley Recipients — Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients — United States of America —
On Chiriaco Road.
“For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life above and beyond the call of duty..” Colonel Mitchell Paige, U.S. Marine Corps, October 26, 1942 • Hospital Corpsman First Class Robert E. Bush, U.S. Navy, May 2, 1945 • . . . — — Map (db m108612) WM
169 ► California, Riverside County, Coachella — Veterans Remembrance Memorial — Coachella Valley Cemetery —
Near Avenue 52.
Wall of Honor These Stars are Dedicated to the Veterans of Riverside County who were awarded the Medal of Honor by the President of the United States. These Recipients performed with Valor and Heroism “Above and Beyond” the . . . — — Map (db m114707) WM
170 ► California, Riverside County, Indio — USS Liberty Tree - USN Captain William L. McGonagle —
Near Miles Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
USS Liberty Tree May 1, 2004 this grand ole Cork Oak tree dedicated to honor all members of the Armed Forces. As a 50th commemoration of the Korean War 1950-1953, we honor the 5,720,000 Americans who served, the 33,651 killed in action, the . . . — — Map (db m142705) WM
171 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — 3rd Infantry Division —
On Lemay Boulevard, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the memory of those who served honorably in the Third Infantry Division United States Army "Rock of the Marne" "Nous restepons la" World War I *Aisne *Champagne-Marne *Aisne-Marne *St Mihiel *Meuse-Argonne *Champagne 2 . . . — — Map (db m226428) WM
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172 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Lewis L. Millett Sr. — Medal of Honor —
On Van Buren Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Captain, Company E 27th Infantry Regiment United States Army G.O. 69 August 2, 1951 Citation: Vicinity of Soam-Ni Korea 7 February 1951 Capt. Millett, Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity . . . — — Map (db m233250) HM WM
173 ► California, Riverside County, Palm Springs — "Above and Beyond" — Medal of Honor Recipients —
Near South Palm Canyon Drive.
These stars are dedicated to five citizens of this community who were presented with the Medal of Honor by the President of the United States. Together, their fields of battle included World War II, Korea, Vietnam and service on the high . . . — — Map (db m206206) WM
174 ► California, Riverside County, Palm Springs — Grumman A-6E Intruder —
Near North Gene Autry Trail.
The United States Navy needed an all-weather carrier-based attack aircraft. The Douglas A-1 Skyraider did its job in the Korean War, but they desired a new aircraft with twin jet engines. The Grumman A 6 Intruder was introduced in 1963 and served as . . . — — Map (db m206437) HM
175 ► California, Riverside County, Palm Springs — Mikoyan-Gurevich Mig 15 —
Near Gene Autry Trail (California Route 111) south of Vista Chino, on the right when traveling south.
The Mig-15 was one of the first successful jet fighters to incorporate swept wings to achieve high transonic speeds. In combat over Korea, it outclassed straight-winged jet day fighters, which were largely relegated to ground attack roles. The . . . — — Map (db m206398) HM
176 ► California, Riverside County, Riverside — National POW MIA Memorial —
On Van Buren Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
We honor here the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans held prisoner of war, and those still listed as Missing In Action since the time of the American Revolution. Some died from disease and starvation, some perished in death marches, . . . — — Map (db m54380) WM
177 ► California, Sacramento County, McClellan Park — McClellan Air Force Base —
On Arnold Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
[Panel 1a:] The 1930s With war clouds gathering over the Pacific, in 1936 Congress authorized the construction of the Sacramento Air Depot. The Army Air Corp envisioned that the new depot would support operations on the West Coast, . . . — — Map (db m57199) WM
178 ► California, San Benito County, Hollister — San Benito County Vietnam War Memorial —
On San Benito Street at 7th Street, on the left when traveling south on San Benito Street.
S Sgt. Robert W. Oates August 10, 1966 Sp. 4 David Vasquez March 22, 1967 Sp. 4 Lawrence R. Dodd May 26, 1967 P.F.C. Gabriel Betancourt September 19, 1967 P.F.C. Albert Gonzalez July 23, 1968 P.F.C. Arcadio Torres August 22, . . . — — Map (db m120468) WM
179 ► California, San Bernardino County, Barstow — Marine Corps Logistic Base — Established 1942 —
On East Main Street at E Main St and N Seventh Ave, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
The MCLB was established as the Marine Corps Depot of Supplies on December 28, 1942. The Navy turned it over to the corps as a storage site for supplies and equipment. By the end of WWII, the base had outgrown its facilities. An additional 2,000 . . . — — Map (db m286053) HM
180 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — “Operation Moolah” —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Operation Moolah was a United States Air Force effort to obtain a fully capable Soviet MiG-15 jet fighter for analysis. The operation focused on encouraging a Communist pilot from the Soviet Union, China, or North Korea to defect with a MiG . . . — — Map (db m242374) HM WM
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181 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — A World Turned Upside Down —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
The Korean War ravaged up and down the peninsula. Family members and relatives, separated only by geography, fund themselves on opposite sides of the conflict. For them, the Korean War became brother versus brother, father versus son, cousin . . . — — Map (db m242378) HM WM
182 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Care and Comfort – Doctors and Nurses of the Korean War —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Throughout the conflict, doctors and nurses performed vital and heroic functions to save lives. Whether on-board hospital ships, conducting airborne medical evacuations, or serving with frontline Mobile Army Surgical Hospital (MASH) units, days were . . . — — Map (db m242380) HM WM
183 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Communist Military Casualties of the Korean War —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
On June 25, 1950, at the encouragement of the Soviet Union, military forces of the North Korean People’s Army invaded South Korea in an attempt to unify the peninsula under communist rule. In November 1950, again at the urging of the Soviet . . . — — Map (db m242376) HM WM
184 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Daring Aggressiveness —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
John Walmsley, Jr. Captain – U.S. Air Force Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland Recognition: Medal of Honor – Posthumous Early in the Korean War, John Walmsley volunteered to fly nighttime bombing missions against the communist truck and . . . — — Map (db m242413) HM WM
185 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Duels in the Sky – The Aces of the Korean War —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
During the three years of the Korean War, nearly 100 men, flying for either the United Nations or Communist forces, achieved ace status – a pilot who successfully shot down five or more aircraft. For the Soviet Union, which claimed at least . . . — — Map (db m242379) HM WM
186 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — From the Ashes —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
The objective of the Korean War for both sides was unification of the Korean peninsula under their particular form of government. Neither side achieved their goal. After the Armistice, with Soviet and Chinese help, North Korean rebuilt . . . — — Map (db m242373) HM WM
187 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — MiG Alley — 200 Miles —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
This sign, a reproduction of one positioned at Kimpo Air Base in South Korea, represents the role that aviation played in the Korean War. From airfields throughout South Korea and Japan, United Nations forces flew a constant steam of missions . . . — — Map (db m242368) HM WM
188 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — The Korean War — June 1950 – July 1953 —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
They came from remote villages, small towns, and large cities. From all levels of society – farmers, workers, merchants, professionals. Some fought on the side of communism, others for the idea of self-government, still other for the man next . . . — — Map (db m242369) HM WM
189 ► California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Unflinching Courage —
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
Joseph Rodriguez Private First Class – U.S. Army Hometown: San Bernardino, California Recognition: Medal of Honor Joseph Rodriguez was a twenty-two year old private first class (PFC) assigned to Company F, 2nd Battalion, 17th . . . — — Map (db m242417) HM WM
190 ► California, San Bernardino County, Rancho Cucamonga — Alta Loma Honor Roll — City of Rancho Cucamonga Historic Landmark — Built 1942 —
On Amethyst Avenue 0.1 miles north of 19th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Honoring All Who ServedDonald N. Clayton · Creighton Pat Walsh · Antonio Rodriguez · Henry A. Rollins · Floyd M. Keith · ☆WM F. Williams · Frank N. Van Fleet · Marvin G. Billings · Orval Keith · Harold G. Hamner · Norman H. Clayton · . . . — — Map (db m149887) WM
191 ► California, San Diego County, Camp Pendleton South — Reckless —
Near Vandegrift Boulevard 0.9 miles north of the San Luis Rey gate, on the right when traveling north.
In memory of Reckless Pride of the Marines Korea July 1949 - May 1968 SSGT, U.S. Marine Corps Recoilless Rifle Platoon, 5th Regiment 1st Marine Division — — Map (db m266186) WM
192 ► California, San Diego County, Camp Pendleton South — Retreat Hell! — Chosin Reservoir Nov - Dec 1950 —
Near Jacinto Road.
We few, we Chosin few, we eternal band of brothers. — — Map (db m88490) WM
193 ► California, San Joaquin County, Lathrop, Manuel Valverde Park — Lathrop Veteran’s Memorial —
On 5th Street south of L Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to all the veterans that served in each of the branches of the U.S. Military. Honoring those that gave their lives for the freedom of our great Nation. We are grateful to all for their ultimate sacrifice. They will never be forgotten. . . . — — Map (db m221070) WM
194 ► California, San Joaquin County, Ripon — 75MM Howitzer —
On 1st Street at South Locust Avenue, on the right when traveling west on 1st Street.
Served during World War II Korean and Vietnam Conflicts 1941 to 1975 — — Map (db m224857) WM
195 ► California, San Joaquin County, Tracy — Tracy War Memorial —
On 9th Street near North School Street, on the left when traveling east.
Middle Section: Dedicated to all men and women from the Tracy community who served their country in time of war An in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice Left Section: Those who made the supreme . . . — — Map (db m211369) WM
196 ► California, San Mateo County, Redwood City — Redwood City War Memorial —
Near Middlefield Road.
World War 11 Corporal James Lindsay Wilson V.F.W. Post No. 2310 In memoriam to the following Redwood City men who gave their lives in World War II 1941 – 1945 Raymond J. Barra • Russell V. Braca • Everett F. Bottena • Robert . . . — — Map (db m62846) WM
197 ► California, Santa Barbara County, Santa Maria — Santa Maria Valley Korean War Memorial —
On South McClelland Street.
In honor of the Santa Maria Valley veterans who gave their lives for our country during the Korean War Aguirre, Richard C. Age 22 - U.S. Marine Corps Epp, William George Age 21 - U.S. Marine Corps Kelley, Robert G. Age 21 - U.S. . . . — — Map (db m161488) WM
198 ► California, Santa Barbara County, Solvang — Solvang Park War Memorial —
On Mission Drive at 1st Street, on the right when traveling east on Mission Drive.
(1918 plaque) To the loyalty of those who joined the colors from here and served their country for the cause of Liberty and Humanity. Dedicated this Twenty Ninth day of December 1918. (2015 plaque) DEDICATED MAY 25, 2015 . . . — — Map (db m310402) WM
199 ► California, Santa Barbara County, Vandenberg Space Force Base — 40th Infantry Division Korean War Memorial —
On California Boulevard at Nebraska Avenue, on the right when traveling north on California Boulevard.
40th Infantry Division Korean War Memorial — — Map (db m50485) WM
200 ► California, Santa Barbara County, Vandenberg Space Force Base — USAF Medal of Honor Recipients —
On California Avenue at Oregon Avenue, on the right when traveling south on California Avenue.
In memory of USAF Medal of Honor Recipients World War I 2d Lt. Erwin R. Bleckley - Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France • 2d Lt. Harold E. Goettler - Oct. 6, 1918, Binarville, France • 2d Lt. Frank Luke, Jr. - Sept. 29, 1918, Murvaux, . . . — — Map (db m50514) HM

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