Springfield in Greene County, Missouri — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
World War II Memorial
In honor and memory of those who gave so much in defense of our country during World War II, so that we may enjoy freedom.
Killed in Action: 291,557
Wounded in Action: 670,846
Missing in Action: 78,979
Veterans Who Served: 16,112,566
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • War, World II.
Location. 37° 7.15′ N, 93° 14.267′ W. Marker is in Springfield, Missouri, in Greene County. Memorial is on East Kemmling Lane, 0.2 miles west of South Southwood Road, on the right when traveling west. On the grounds of Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 5201 S Southwood Rd, Brookline MO 65619, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. POW MIA Bring Them Home (a few steps from this marker); The Catch (approx. 1.2 miles away); Charles Graham "Charlie" Spoonhour (approx. 1.2 miles away); Gary R. Pinkel (approx. 1.2 miles away); Gene Verlon Bess (approx. 1.2 miles away); William L. (Bill) Rowe (approx. 1.2 miles away); Cheryl Burnett (approx. 1.2 miles away); Dr. Mary Jo Wynn (approx. 1.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springfield.
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