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Memorial located on lawn of Baldwin County Courthouse. image, Touch for more information
By Mark Hilton, January 14, 2017
Memorial located on lawn of Baldwin County Courthouse.
1 Alabama, Baldwin County, Bay Minette — Baldwin County Eternal Flame Veterans Memorial
On Courthouse Square (U.S. 31) at D'Olive Street, on the left when traveling east on Courthouse Square.
Dedicated to the Glory of God and in Honor of the Veterans of all Wars Map (db m100865) WM
2 Alabama, Baldwin County, Daphne — Patriot's Point Memorial
Near U.S. 98 at Whispering Pines Road.
Patriot's Point Memorial This Memorial is Dedicated to All the Brave Men and Women Who Proudly Served in the United States Armed Forces Protecting Freedom Around the WorldMap (db m100864) WM
3 Alabama, Baldwin County, Fairhope — Tears of SorrowTears of Joy
On N Beach Road.
Honoring all Veterans and Their Families Concept Designer:Sissy Birindelli Sculptor: Stephen Spears The Fairhope Veterans Memorial Committee Wishes to thank all our supporters, with special thanks to : The City of Fairhope The Single . . . Map (db m128892) WM
4 Alabama, Baldwin County, Gulf Shores — Officer’s Row
On Fort Morgan Road (State Road 180) 1.3 miles west of Dune Drive, on the left when traveling west.
As the U.S. Army modernized at the turn of the 20th century, so too did its military posts. In the stratified society of this period, separate and distinct areas for the various classes of individuals were developed. The Army was little different, . . . Map (db m70104) HM
5 Alabama, Baldwin County, Spanish Fort — 173d Airborne Brigade (Sep)1963 — 1971
On Alabama Route 225, 0.3 miles north of Upper Shay Branch Road.
In commemoration of all Sky Soldiers whose valor and sacrifice in defense of South Vietnam must never be forgotten "All Gave Some – Some Gave All" Map (db m100946) WM
6 Alabama, Barbour County, Eufaula — In Honor of All World War II Veterans
On East Broad Street east of North Randolph Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
[Title is text] Roll of honor Front & Rear Map (db m101418) WM
7 Alabama, Blount County, Blountsville — In Honor of Those Who Served
Near Main Street South (U.S. 231) at Lee Street, on the right when traveling south.
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8 Alabama, Bullock County, Blues Old Stand — Three Notch Road
On U.S. 29 at County Road 19, on the right when traveling south on U.S. 29.
Side 1 Built by U.S. Army engineers over the summer of 1824, Three Notch Road has served as Bullock County’s major transportation route throughout its history. It was constructed to facilitate military communication between Pensacola . . . Map (db m89638) HM
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9 Alabama, Bullock County, Three Notch — Three Notch Road
On U.S. 82 at County Road 35, on the right when traveling west on U.S. 82.
Side 1 Built by U.S. Army engineers over the summer of 1824, Three Notch Road has served as Bullock County’s major transportation route throughout its history. It was constructed to facilitate military communication between Pensacola . . . Map (db m89637) HM
10 Alabama, Calhoun County, Anniston — The Legacy of the Military / Anniston's Military Heritage
On Quintard Avenue at East 17th Street, on the right when traveling north on Quintard Avenue.
The Legacy of the Military On the other side of Anniston, the Army constructed an Ordnance Depot on 15,000 acres west of the city during WWII. Over time, the depot evolved into the region's largest employer. The economic and community . . . Map (db m106619) HM
11 Alabama, Cherokee County, Cedar Bluff — Cherokee County Veterans Memorial
On County Road 251, 0.1 miles north of County Road 714, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of all our servicemen who were in the Revolutionary War 1775-1783 War with Great Britain 1812-1814 Indian wars - various 1813-1837 War with Mexico 1846-1848 War Between the States 1861-1865 Spanish-American . . . Map (db m156266) WM
12 Alabama, Cherokee County, Centre — Cherokee County Veterans War Memorial
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 411) at Iris Drive, on the right when traveling west on East Main Street.
In honor of those men and women who fought for the cause of freedom and in memory of those who paid the ultimate price and or did not make it back home World War I • World War II • Korea • Vietnam • Desert Storm This war memorial . . . Map (db m197522) WM
13 Alabama, Choctaw County, Butler — Military Memorial Walkway
On South Mulberry Street (Alabama Route 17) south of West Pushmataha Street (Alabama Route 10), on the right when traveling south.
In Honor of all U.S. Military Personnel who Served their Country in War and Peace {secondary plaque nearby}: Choctaw County's Wartime DeadMap (db m244914) WM
14 Alabama, Clarke County, Thomasville — Thomasville War MemorialLest We Forget
On 138 Wilson Avenue at West 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west on 138 Wilson Avenue.
Dedicated to the Glory of God and in Honor of the Men and Women who have Served their Country Map (db m101611) WM
15 Alabama, Colbert County, Tuscumbia — Never Forget Garden
On North Water Street at West 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south on North Water Street.
This garden is a living tribute to all of America's veterans and their families. In silence and respect, this is a place to remember why millions of Americans have fought and died for our liberty and our freedom. Here we renew our . . . Map (db m192077) WM
16 Alabama, Colbert County, Tuscumbia — The Purple Heart / Military Order of the Purple Heart
On North Main Street at West 3rd Street, on the right when traveling south on North Main Street.
The Purple Heart This monument is dedicated to those soldiers, sailors, Marines, airmen and Coast Guardsmen from Colbert County, Alabama who were wounded in combat or killed in action. Military Order of the Purple Heart . . . Map (db m192058) WM
17 Alabama, Colbert County, Tuscumbia — U. S. Army M60A3 Main Battle Tank
On South Water Street.
Obtained from Ft. Rucker, AL by American Legion Post No. 31 April 28, 1999 *Weapons: 105 mm rifled cannon. 7.62 mm and .50 caliber machine guns. *Engine: 750 hp. 12 cylinder air-cooled diesel. *Crew-4 men: Weight-107.900 lb.: Speed-30 mph: . . . Map (db m107646) HM
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18 Alabama, Covington County, Andalusia — Purple Heart MemorialCombat Wounded
Near E 3 Notch Street at 6th Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
To Honor Covington County Purple Heart RecipientsMap (db m94900) WM
19 Alabama, Covington County, Andalusia — Rodney J. Evans
Near East 3 Notch Street.
Sergeant, U.S. Army, Company D, 1st Battalion, 12th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division, Tay Ninh Province, Republic of Vietnam, 18 July 1969. For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his life above and . . . Map (db m99522) HM WM
20 Alabama, Covington County, Florala — Downtown Square and Veterans Memorial Park
On 5th Street at 5th Avenue (U.S. 331) on 5th Street.
The name Florala came from combining the names of Florida and Alabama. Lake Jackson, located in Florala, is the state's largest natural lake. It is named for Andrew Jackson, who in 1818 camped on the lake with his soldiers while en route to . . . Map (db m83457) HM
21 Alabama, Cullman County, Cullman — Combat Wounded VeteransMilitary Order of the Purple Heart — 1782-1932 —
Near Sportsman Lake Road NW, 0.4 miles west of 2nd Avenue NW (Route 31).
Dedicated To The Recipients Of The Nation's Oldest Military Decoration "The Purple Heart" Combat Wounded Veterans Military Order of the Purple Heart 1782 - 1932 My stone is red for the . . . Map (db m101168) WM
22 Alabama, Cullman County, Holly Pond — Veterans Memorial
On Cemetary Road, 0.1 miles east of Wesley Avenue (County Road 1669), on the left when traveling east.
dedicated to the men and women who served in the United States armed forcesMap (db m160672) WM
23 Alabama, Dallas County, Selma — Dallas County Korean War Memorial
Near Dallas Avenue (Alabama Route 22) at Rowell Drive.
Front KOREA In Honor and Memory of our Veterans who Served in the Korean War 1950 — 1953 ✯ ✯ ✯ ✯ ✯ Against overwhelming odds our valiant service men and women withstood the . . . Map (db m82043) WM
24 Alabama, Dallas County, Selma — Dallas County Vietnam Memorial
Near Dallas Avenue at Rowell Drive.
Front VIETNAM Honor ✯ Duty ✯ Sacrifice In Grateful Memory and Honor of all Veterans from Dallas County who served in the Vietnam Conflict 1965 — 1973 ✯ ✯ ✯ ✯ ✯ . . . Map (db m82039) WM
25 Alabama, Dallas County, Selma — Dallas County World Wars MemorialLest· We· Forget — World War I 1917-1918 — World War II 1941-1945 —
Near Dallas Avenue (Alabama Route 22) at Rowell Drive.
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. St. John, 15-13 Erected in grateful humility to the enduring memory of those of Dallas County whose names appear hereon who made the supreme . . . Map (db m83522) WM
26 Alabama, DeKalb County, Fort Payne — Fort Payne’s Fort
On Gault Avenue North (U.S. 11) east of 4th Street, on the right when traveling east.
The fort, consisting of a log house and large stockade, was built in 1838 by order of General Winfield Scott, commander of military forces responsible for the removal of Cherokee Indians. Soldiers occupying the fort were commanded by Captain . . . Map (db m28030) HM
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27 Alabama, DeKalb County, Sulphur Springs — POW-MIA Memorial
Near Interstate 59, 1 mile north of County Road 140, on the right when traveling south.
You are not forgottenMap (db m213364) WM
28 Alabama, DeKalb County, Sulphur Springs — Veterans Memorial
Near Interstate 59, 1 mile north of County Road 140, on the right when traveling south.
They gave their last full measure of devotionMap (db m213365) WM
29 Alabama, Etowah County, Attalla — Camp SibertWorld War II: 1942-1945
On Gilbert Ferry Road SE (State Highway 77) north of Case Avenue SE, on the left when traveling north.
On 6/18/1942 the U.S. took possession of 36,300 acres in Etowah and adjoining St. Clair County to establish Alabama's first Chemical Warfare Center. The area was dedicated on 12/25/1942 and named for U.S. Army M/G William Luther Sibert, first Chief . . . Map (db m33304) HM
30 Alabama, Jefferson County, Birmingham — Disabled American Veterans
Near 2nd Avenue North near 3rd Street North.
(Side 1) Disabled American Veterans Formed December 25, 1920. Birmingham Chapter No. 4 Chartered January 25, 1926. This Memorial Dedicated To Our Military Forces And To All Who Have Given Their Blood And Lives That The Republic Might Live . . . Map (db m24347) WM
31 Alabama, Jefferson County, Birmingham — History of the 117th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
Near East Lake Boulevard at 57th Street North, on the right when traveling east.
January 1922 Federal Recognition 135th Observation Squadron May 1923 Redesignated 114th Observation Squadron January 1924 Redesignated 106th Observation Squadron October 1943 Redesignated 100th Bombardment Squadron November 1946 . . . Map (db m27388) HM
32 Alabama, Jefferson County, Birmingham — Raymond WeeksFounder of National Veterans Day
On Reverend Abraham Woods Jr Boulevard east of 20th Street North, on the right when traveling east.
A grateful nation remembers Raymond Weeks, founder and director of National Veterans Day. (Lower plaque) November 11, 2007, commemorating the 60th Anniversary of America's first National Veterans Day, Birmingham, Alabama. . . . Map (db m188212) HM
33 Alabama, Lamar County, Vernon — Lamar County Korea & Vietnam Memorial
On Pond Street (Alabama Route 17) at 1st Avenue NE, on the right when traveling north on Pond Street.
In memory of Lamar County's honored dead Korea Bowen, Elzie Ray Hays, Robert A. Mixon, Herman L. Pickens, Freddie F. Reed, Cecil Rushing, Larry W. In memory of Lamar County's honored dead . . . Map (db m96851) WM
34 Alabama, Lamar County, Vernon — Lamar County WWI & WWII Memorial
On Pond Street (Alabama Route 17) at 1st Avenue NE, on the right when traveling north on Pond Street.
Side 1 In Memory of Lamar County's Honored Dead World War One and Two Allen, Othar J. • Conner, Herbert C. Atkins, A. Lincoln • Conner, James Box Avers, Cicero • Cox, William Lloyd Baughn, Claudie • Cowart, Milo K. . . . Map (db m96852) WM
35 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Anderson — Hugh Pate HarrisGeneral, U.S. Army
On Alabama Route 207 at milepost 7 south of Hammond Street, on the right when traveling south.
Approximately one-half mile north of this location is the birthplace of Hugh Pate Harris. He was born there on June 15, 1909. At a young age, Hugh and his family moved to Lawrence County, Tennessee. After graduating from Columbia Military . . . Map (db m69499) HM
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36 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — 16” Projectile
On Veterans Park Drive, 0.3 miles east of South Cox Creek Parkway, on the left when traveling east.
The 1,900 lb. HC (High Capacity) Mark 13 shore-bombardment projectile is fired from the Mark 7, 16” .50-caliber gun. The HC round can create a crater 50’ wide and 20’ deep. The 16” gun turret weights 1,708 tons. The barrel weighs 267,904 lbs. . . . Map (db m69660) HM
37 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — AGM-28 Hound Dog Missile
On Veterans Park Drive, 0.3 miles east of South Cox Creek Parkway (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling east.
The AGM-28 Hound Dog Missile was the United States’ first Air Launched Cruise Missile (ALCM). It was made to deliver W28, 4-megaton nuclear warheads. North American Aviation was contracted in 1956 to build the protoype. The AGM-28 was put into . . . Map (db m69655) HM
38 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Anti-Tank Gun
On Veterans Park Drive, 0.2 miles east of South Cox Creek Parkway (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling east.
This is a T-3 (T-78) Experimental anti-tank gun. It fired a 76mm round of ammunition. Being a towed weapon limited it to being used defensively, and its lack of mobility meant it could be easily outflanked. Towed anti-tank artillery disappeared . . . Map (db m69661) HM
39 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General Arthur E. Brown, Jr.City of Florence Walk of Honor
Near Hightower Place just south of Veterans Drive (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling south.
A 1953 graduate of West Point, Gen. Brown culminated a 36-year military career as Director of the Army Staff (1983-1987) and Vice-Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army (1987-1989).Map (db m219297) HM
40 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — General Hugh Pate HarrisCity of Florence Walk of Honor
Near Hightower Place south of Veterans Drive (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling south.
Hugh P. Harris became a four-star general in 1964, the 66th officer to receive this rank. A leader in the development of the airborne concept, he held such important post as Commanding General, U.S. Continental Army Commander.Map (db m219305) HM
41 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Global War on TerrorismWar on Terrorism Service Medal
On Veterans Park Drive at Don Michael Drive on Veterans Park Drive.
Erected on Nov. 11, 2019 to Honor all Global War on Terrorism Veterans. Army * Navy * Marine Corps * Air Force * Coast GuardMap (db m234695) WM
42 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Lt. Col. R. Edward YeildingCity of Florence Walk of Honor
Near Highttower Place south of Veterans Drive (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling south.
After flying more than 90 worldwide reconnaissance missions, in 1990 Lt. Col. Ed Yeilding set a coast to coast aircraft speed record of 67 minutes 54 seconds flying an SR-71 spy plane, which is now at the Smithsonian.Map (db m219174) HM
43 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — Rear Admiral Fran McKeeCity of Florence Walk of Honor
Near Hightower Place south of Veterans Drive (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling south.
In 1976, Fran McKee became the first woman line officer promoted to Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy. A wide range of opportunities for women in the Navy is a result of her personal example and her work on the Navy's Equal Rights Committee.Map (db m219332) HM
44 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — The “Honest John” Rocket
On Veterans Park Drive, 0.3 miles east of South Cox Creek Parkway (Alabama Route 133), on the left when traveling east.
The M50 Honest John was the U.S. Army’s first nuclear-armed surface-to-surface rocket. It was an unguided 762mm artillery rocket, powered by an M6 solid-fuel rocket engine. The Honest John was developed at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, . . . Map (db m69656) HM
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45 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence — The Hawk Missile
On Veterans Park Drive, 0.2 miles east of South Cox Creek Parkway (Route 133), on the left when traveling east.
The Hawk Missile was the first mobile medium-range, guided, anti-aircraft missile deployed by the U.S. Army in August 1959. The Hawk is a surface-to-air missile powered by a solid-propellant rocket motor and controlled in flight by its large tail . . . Map (db m69652) HM
46 Alabama, Limestone County, Athens — Athens College Veteran's Memorial
Near East Pryor Street at Elkton Street, on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated to those who gave their lives in defense of their country by the veteran students of Athens CollegeMap (db m46362) HM
47 Alabama, Limestone County, Athens — Night Chaparral
Near Pryor Street West.
The MIM-72 Chaparral is a ground launched air-to-air missile. Development of the "Night Chaparral" began in 1963 with the short-term replacement of the MIM-64 Mauler, a quick-reaction semi-active radar homing missile system. Designation aptly . . . Map (db m207538) HM
48 Alabama, Limestone County, Elkmont — Alabama Combat Infantrymen Monument
Near Interstate 65 at milepost 365 when traveling south.
Front: To Honor All Combat Infantrymen We were boys and we were young We became men on that hill we overran Some of us lived, many of us died For a moment with us abide and join in prayer with me to honor those of the . . . Map (db m156897) WM
49 Alabama, Madison County, Brownsboro — Trail of TearsDrane/Hood Overland Route
On Lee Highway/John T. Reid Parkway (U.S. 72 at milepost 109) at Brock Road, on the right when traveling west on Lee Highway/John T. Reid Parkway.
In May 1838 soldiers, under the command of U.S. Army General Winfield Scott, began rounding up Cherokee Indians in this area who had refused to move to Indian Territory in Oklahoma. About 16,000 Cherokees were placed in stockades in Tennessee and . . . Map (db m33318) HM
50 Alabama, Madison County, Huntsville — Major General H.N. Toftoy, USA.
On Westside Square, on the right when traveling south.
This plaque was placed here by Citizens of Huntsville and Madison County, Alabama, In Honor Of Major General H.N. Toftoy, USA. Who was Commanding General of Redstone Arsenal from September 1, 1954, to March 31, 1958. It was unveiled . . . Map (db m27906) HM
51 Alabama, Madison County, Huntsville — Memorial FountainsHuntsville Madison County Veterans Memorial
On Monroe Street Northwest at Jefferson Street North, on the right when traveling west on Monroe Street Northwest.
The Memorial Fountain System begins with a flow of water cascading over the continuous weir, which is punctuated by 8 Black Granite Markers. This flow symbolizes the blood which has been spilled defending our nation's freedom and flows into the . . . Map (db m68728) WM
52 Alabama, Madison County, Madison — Madison County Veterans
On Front Street west of Church Street, on the left when traveling west.
Dedicated to the men and women of the community of Madison who devotedly served their country in the wars.Map (db m36493) HM
53 Alabama, Marshall County, Guntersville — History of Guntersville
On Florida Short Route/Gunter Avenue (U.S. 431) at Lurleen B Wallace Drive, on the right when traveling south on Florida Short Route/Gunter Avenue.
(Side A) This area's proximity to the Tennessee River and Indian trails made it a crossroads for early habitation, settlement, and trade. Archaeological studies reveal it was first inhabited about 12,000 years ago by Paleo-Indians. They . . . Map (db m33305) HM
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54 Alabama, Mobile County, Dauphin Island — British Occupation of Dauphin IslandFebruary - April 1815
Near Bienville Boulevard east of Albatross Street, on the right when traveling east.
When British forces arrived at Mobile Bay to assault Fort Bowyer on Mobile Point, half of the British army under the command of Sir John Kean, who was recovering from wounds suffered during the defeat at New Orleans, was landed on Dauphin Island to . . . Map (db m122427) HM
55 Alabama, Mobile County, Dauphin Island — Patriot4 July 2016
On Bienville Boulevard at Lackland Street, on the right when traveling east on Bienville Boulevard.
In memory of the men and women who answered the call of duty to our beloved country (USA) Gave the ultimate sacrifice Their lives These patriots, lost to eternity Will not be forgottenMap (db m226760) WM
56 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — A National Cemetery System
Near Virginia Street just east of Murphy Street.
Civil War Dead An estimated 700,000 Union and Confederate soldiers died in the Civil War between April 1861 and April 1865. As the death toll rose, the U.S. government struggled with the urgent but unplanned need to bury fallen Union troops. . . . Map (db m162406) HM
57 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — AustraliaKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 98).
Australia's contribution to the Korean War included 77 Squadron of the RAAF and the 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment. Australian troops participated in two major battles in 1951. On April 22, Chinese forces attacked forcing South Korean and . . . Map (db m191385) HM WM
58 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — CanadaKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail.
The first Canadian aid to the UN forces came from the Royal Canadian Navy. On July 12, 1950, three Canadian destroyers were dispatched to Korean waters to serve under UN command. In addition, a Royal Canadian AirForce Squadron was assigned to air . . . Map (db m191417) HM WM
59 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — ColombiaKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail.
The first of four Colombian Battalions to serve in Korea during the war arrived in June 1951 and remained until being replaced by the 2nd Battalion Colombia in July 1952. The 3rd Battalion Colombia provided relief in November 1952 and was replaced . . . Map (db m191416) HM WM
60 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — EthiopiaKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail.
Beginning in June 1951, Ethiopia furnished three 1,200-man battalions to the UN Command, the 1st Kagnew Battalion, 2nd Kagnew Battalion and 3rd Kagnew Battalion. The first of these battalions arrived in May 1951 and was assigned to the U.S. 7th . . . Map (db m191418) HM WM
61 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — Horace O. Davis
On Battleship Parkway.
This building is named for Horace O. Davis whose dedication and estimable service to the USS Alabama Battleship Commission enhanced the memories of the personnel, who served aboard the USS Alabama and the honor of the people of the Great State for . . . Map (db m50427) HM
62 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — M26 Pershing
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 98).
By late 1943 it had become apparent to some within the U.S. Army that the Sherman tank was not up to dealing with some of the newer Panzers nor the Tiger tanks the Germans were producing. Development on a new, more powerful medium tank had to start, . . . Map (db m191557) HM
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63 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — M42 Duster
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 98).
The U.S. Army introduced the M19 Multiple Gun Motor Carriage in 1944. It was a self propelled anti-aircraft gun armed with twin 40mm Bofors rifles. The Bofors had proved devastating to aircraft in the war up to that point. Using them for mobile air . . . Map (db m191559) HM
64 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — M60A1
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 89).
The role of tanks has been an evolving concept. During WWII, for example, US tanks were classified into categories of light, medium, and heavy. Their role directly related to infantry support while tank destroyers were used to combat enemy armor. . . . Map (db m191553) HM
65 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — NetherlandsKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 98).
The advance party of the Dutch contingent arrived in Korea on October 24, 1950, but the remainder of the unit’s men did not arrive until December 1950. During the conflict the Royal Netherlands Navy was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation of the . . . Map (db m191384) HM WM
66 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — T-55 Main Battle Tank
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail (U.S. 98).
As the Second World War drew to a close the Soviets were hard at work creating a new tank. During the War they developed the T-44 from the trusty T-34 tank. It performed better with more armor. The Soviets wanted to increase the firepower of the . . . Map (db m191560) HM
67 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — Tank M48A1
Near Battleship Parkway (U.S. 98) 2.3 miles west of Interstate 10.
Armament 1 - 90mm Gun 2 - .50 Cal. Machine Guns 1 - .30 Cal. Machine Gun Weight   99,000 lbs. Combat Loaded Crew   4 Men Maximum Speed   28 mph Cruising Range   70 Miles Grade Ascending Ability   60 . . . Map (db m100938) HM
68 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — ThailandKorean War Memorial
Near Battleship Parkway at Old Spanish Trail.
Thailand was among the first UN countries to send troops to fight in Korea. It contributed the 2,100 man 21st Royal Thailand Regiment consisting of three infantry battalions. Arriving in August 1950, the regiment was assigned to the US 1st Calvary . . . Map (db m191420) HM WM
69 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — The Fallen Guardians Monument
On Battleship Parkway, on the right when traveling south.
The Fallen Guardians Monument Dedicated to the personnel who lost their lives while performing Coast Guard missions in Alabama Eternal Father, Lord of Hosts, watch o’er the ones who guard our coasts, protect them from the raging seas and give . . . Map (db m136756) WM
70 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — U.S. Coast Guard MonumentMobile, Alabama
On South Water Street.
The monument is dedicated to the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard and its predecessor agencies who have served their nation from facilities in Mobile in an unbroken chain since the assignment of the revenue cutter "Alabama" to the port city in . . . Map (db m162425) HM WM
71 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base — Fourth Aviation Squadron Historic DistrictMontgomery County
On Washington Ferry Road west of Beech Street, on the right when traveling west.
The 4th Aviation Squadron was an all African-American unit established at Maxwell Air Force Base on June 10, 1941, and it was one of the first African-American units established in Alabama. Though its official mission was stated as . . . Map (db m158650) HM
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72 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base — The Air Corps Tactical School
On Lemay Plaza, 0.1 miles north of East Shumacher Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Established here in 1931, was the birthplace and nurturing ground of American air doctrine. In the ferment of a decade of thought and debate, the Air Corps Tactical School gave rise to concepts for the strategic and operational deployment of U.S. . . . Map (db m79085) HM
73 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Airman First Class John L. Levitow Monument
Near McDonald Street at Williamson Street.
This monument is dedicated in honor of Airman First Class John L. Levitow of Hartford, Connecticut, the first Air Force enlisted man to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor. On the night of 24 February 1969, Airman First Class Levitow was a . . . Map (db m95394) HM
74 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Army Air Corps Enlisted Pilots1912 — 1942
Near Avenue D at Libby Street.
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75 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Khobar TowersNever To Be Forgotten — June 25, 1996 —
On Avenue D, on the right when traveling south.
25 June 1996 This day signaled to the Air Force and our nation that we were at war with a determined and evil enemy. It was the opening salvo in what would become a much greater conflict. The Khobar Towers attack was a story of . . . Map (db m220477) WM
76 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Operation Noble Eagle
Near Avenue D at Libby Street.
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77 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — The Spirit of the Minuteman
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
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78 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery — Camp Sheridan
On Johnson Avenue east of Lower Wetumpka Road, in the median.
From Division Headquarters, located at this point from August 1917 to May 1918, was directed the training of the Thirty Seventh Division, National Guard Troops of Ohio, for Service in the World War. The Relief map below indicates the locations . . . Map (db m38899) HM
79 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery — Major Lemuel Purnell Montgomery1786 - 1814
On South Lawrence Street at Adams Avenue, on the left when traveling south on South Lawrence Street.
Brilliant lawyer, valiant soldier, in whose honor Montgomery County, Alabama was named Map (db m94029) HM
80 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery — Naval Heroes of the War of 1812Dexter Avenue, Montgomery, Alabama
On Dexter Avenue at South McDonough Street, on the right when traveling east on Dexter Avenue.
The six streets which cross Dexter Avenue between Court Square and the State Capitol are named for Oliver Hazard Perry, James Lawrence, Thomas Macdonough, Issac Hull, Stephen Decatur and William Bainbridge, all naval officers of the War of 1812. . . . Map (db m99545) HM
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81 Alabama, Montgomery County, Montgomery, Boylston — 9th Infantry Division / “The Old Reliables”
On Johnson Avenue east of Lower Wetumpka Road, in the median.
9th Infantry Division The 9th Division was organized on 18 July 1918 at Camp Sheridan for service in World War I. When the War ended, 11 November 1918, deployment of the Division to France was canceled and it was demobilized on 15 February . . . Map (db m76161) HM
82 Alabama, Montgomery County, Pike Road — Town of Pike Road Veterans Memorial
On Pike Road (County Route 85) at Hudson Road, on the right when traveling south on Pike Road.
Dedicated to all who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America Never to be forgotten for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom Duty Honor CountryMap (db m86475) WM
83 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — M601A Tank
Near Willowbrook Street near Alabama Route 67 when traveling west.
The M601A Tank was manufactured by Chrysler Detroit Tank Plant in Michigan in the 1960's. The M60 became the US Army's first generation "Main Battle Tank". The improved suspension and armor protection was introduced in the new turret design . . . Map (db m165156) WM
84 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — Morgan County Veterans MemorialDedicated November 11, 2012
Near Willowbrook Street north of Alabama Route 67.
This park is dedicated to all Morgan County Veterans who have given their lives while serving in the armed forces of the United States of America during active wartime. Each of the five black granite monuments on the inner circle represents the five . . . Map (db m165155) WM
85 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — Prisoner of War or Missing in ActionPOW*MIA
Near Willowbook Street north of Alabama Route 67.
On August 10th, 1990, the 101st Congress passed U.S. Public Law 101-335, recognizing the National League of Families POW/MIA Flag and designating it as a symbol of our Nations concern and commitment to resolving as fully as possible the fate of . . . Map (db m165176) WM
86 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — United States ArmyArmy
On Willowbrook Street near Hwy 67 and Willowbrook St.
Side 1 Alexander, Jr John PVT World War I • Alford, George PFC World War II • Alford, Ottis F CPL Korean War • Ayers, Thomas P PFC World War II • Baker, Fred S PVT World War I • Bartlett, Richard G PFC World War II • Bennett, . . . Map (db m165179) WM
87 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — United States MarinesMarines
On Alabama Route 67 near Hwy 67 and Willowbrook St.
Alexander, Bobby Ray CPL Vietnam War • Blevins, James H PFC World War II • Brindley, Warren B PFC World War II • Burgess, Percy B PFC World War II • Carithers, Marvin L B CPL World War II • Hendrix, Paul G SSGT Vietnam War • Hendrix, . . . Map (db m165166) WM
88 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — United States NavyNavy
On Willowbrook Street near Hwy 67 and Willowbrook Rd.
Baker, Dorsey M EM, C World War I • Blankenship, Theron A S1C World War II • Bussey, Ewell SA World War I • Curbow, Charles C S1C World War II • Fields, Ezell W SM1C World War II • Hoff, Atlee H LT World War II • Houser, Joseph T A0M1 . . . Map (db m165175) WM
89 Alabama, Morgan County, Priceville — USS San Jose (AFS-7)Anchors / BOFORS TWIN 40mm Anti-Aircraft Gun
Near Willowbrook Street north of Alabama Route 67 when traveling west.
USS San Jose (AFS-7)Anchors The USS San Jose was a Mars-class combat stores ship acquired by the U.S. Navy in 1970. She served as a navy ship until November 1993 and was involved in the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf War. She was . . . Map (db m165160) WM
90 Alabama, Perry County, Marion — Perry County Veterans Memorial
On Washington Street at Jackson Street, on the right when traveling north on Washington Street.
In Honor of all Perry County Veterans of All WarsMap (db m70103) WM
91 Alabama, Pike County, Brundidge — "Lest We Forget"
On South Main Street (Alabama Route 93) at Oak Street, on the left when traveling north on South Main Street.
To honor the memory and valor of our soldiers Civil War W.W.I W.W.II Korean Vietnam Operation Desert StormMap (db m36514) HM
92 Alabama, Pike County, Goshen — Memorial
On South Montgomery Street, 0.2 miles east of Glenwood Road, on the right when traveling south.
To All The American Servicemen and Women Of Pike County, Alabama Who Paid The Supreme Sacrifice in Wars for Their Country and for The Freedom We Now Enjoy Each Day. The Price of Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness World War I Korea . . . Map (db m231991) WM
93 Alabama, Randolph County, Wedowee — World War II, Korea and Vietnam War Memorial
On N Main St at West Broad Street, on the left when traveling north on N Main St.
Irvin Harrington Ayres • Ray V. Bailey • Cleveland D. Beck • Elmer L. Belcher, Jr. • Bonnie L. Benefield • Harvey R. Bennett • Oliver J. Bowen • Willie D. Burke • R.J. Butler • William C. Cars • Donald Carson • Collidge D. Cofield • Claude B. Cook • . . . Map (db m235572) WM
94 Alabama, Russell County, Fort Mitchell — Address by President LincolnAt the Dedication of The Gettysburg National Cemetery — November 19, 1863 —
On James Cantey Boulevard east of Alabama Route 165, on the right when traveling north.
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, . . . Map (db m120002) WM
95 Alabama, Russell County, Fort Mitchell — Fort Mitchell Military Cemetery
Near U.S. 165.
This military graveyard was established soon after Fort Mitchell was built by General John Floyd of the Georgia Militia. Located just south of the stockade, the cemetery was used between 1813 and 1840 during the fort's occupation by Georgia and . . . Map (db m26122) HM
96 Alabama, Sumter County, York — York Veterans War MemorialLest We Forget
On Broad Street (Alabama Route 17) at Conti Street, on the right when traveling south on Broad Street.
On behalf of a grateful nation in recognition of the men and women who bravely served their country during war and peace. Especially those who gave their lives as the ultimate sacrifice to preserve freedom throughout the world.Map (db m89727) WM
97 Alabama, Talladega County, Talladega — USS Talladega (APA-208)Talladega County — “The Tremblin’ T” —
On W. North Street at Court Square West, on the left when traveling west on W. North Street.
Seven Battle Stars ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ World War II ☆ Iwo Jima Operation ☆ Okinawa Gunto Operation First of the 31 ship convoy with occupation troops to dock at Yokohama on VJ Day, . . . Map (db m12212) HM
98 Alabama, Tallapoosa County, Camp Hill — Lyman Ward Military Academy
On Pittman Avenue (State Highway 50) at Ward Circle, on the right when traveling west on Pittman Avenue.
Lyman Ward Military Academy was founded in 1898 as the Southern Industrial Institute by Dr. Lyman Ward, a Universalist minister from New York. Dr. Ward established SII to educate the poor children of Alabama, many of whom had few opportunities due . . . Map (db m25501) HM
99 Alabama, Tuscaloosa County, Tuscaloosa — Answering the Call to DutyCity of Tuscaloosa
Near 7th Street at 21st Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
From the Revolution to the War on Terror, Tuscaloosans have served in the armed forces and made civilian contributions. In World Wars I and I thousands of area citizens served and 247 gave their lives. Local industries produced essential war . . . Map (db m217189) HM WM
100 Alabama, Tuscaloosa County, Tuscaloosa — Bell UH-1 Iroquois (Huey)
On McFarland Boulevard East (U.S. 82), on the right when traveling north.
Manufacturer: Bell Aircraft Engine: Lycoming T-53-L13 single turbine Type: Utility Length: 41’ - 10.5’ Gross weight: 9,500 lbs Cruise speed: 127 mph Range: 318 miles Crew: 3 Armament: two M-60D 7.62 mm door mounted machine guns . . . Map (db m35480) HM

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