Near Neillsville in Clark County, Wisconsin — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Kilroy Was Here
Photographed By Keith L, May 3, 2009
1. Kilroy Was Here Marker
west side
Inscription.
Kilroy Was Here. . During World War II this was a symbol for the American serviceman. Any place in the world where one of them went he would see it. It was found in restrooms, on trucks, tanks, ships, bombed out walls, and almost any place it could be painted, penned, scratched, or chalked. Even during an invasion or battle, someone would leave this symbol where those following would see it. It was a symbol of courage, pride, encouragement, and very definitely a morale booster. That is why it was selected to represent all the service personnel who served in World War II all around the world. This is a loving memorial embracing all who served during the World War II years from 1940 through 1945.
During World War II this was a symbol for the American serviceman. Any place in the world where one of them went he would see it. It was found in restrooms, on trucks, tanks, ships, bombed out walls, and almost any place it could be painted, penned, scratched, or chalked. Even during an invasion or battle, someone would leave this symbol where those following would see it. It was a symbol of courage, pride, encouragement, and very definitely a morale booster. That is why it was selected to represent all the service personnel who served in World War II all around the world. This is a loving memorial embracing all who served during the World War II years from 1940 through 1945.
Erected 1993.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Military • War, World II. A significant historical year for this entry is 1940.
Location. 44° 33.922′ N, 90° 40.03′ W. Marker is near Neillsville, Wisconsin, in Clark County. Marker can be reached from Ridge Road, 0.4 miles west of Clark Avenue. Marker is at The Highground – Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: W7031 Ridge Road, Neillsville WI 54456, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Women Airforce Service Pilots Monument (here, next
More about this marker. Originally a memorial to Vietnam War veterans, The Highground now includes memorials to veterans of other wars.
Photographed By Keith L, July 21, 2008
2. Kilroy Was Here Marker
World War II Globe
Photographed By Keith L, October 25, 2010
3. In Memory of All Who Served in World War II
south side
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 12, 2014
4. In Memory of All Who Served in World War II
south side
Photographed By Keith L, October 25, 2010
5. Pacific Theater
north side
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 12, 2014
6. Pacific Theater
north side
Photographed By Keith L, October 25, 2010
7. European Theater
east side
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 12, 2014
8. European Theater
east side
Photographed By K. Linzmeier, June 12, 2014
9. World War II Globe
Photographed By Keith L, July 21, 2008
10. Nearby Gold Star Tribute
Photographed By Keith L, July 21, 2008
11. Nearby Mourning Dove Effigy Mound
Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 4, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. This page has been viewed 1,925 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on May 4, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 3. submitted on December 3, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 4. submitted on November 7, 2014, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 5. submitted on December 3, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 6. submitted on November 7, 2014, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 7. submitted on December 3, 2010, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 8, 9. submitted on November 7, 2014, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. 10, 11. submitted on May 4, 2009, by Keith L of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.