Ocean City in Cape May County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
In Memory of Joseph Caserta, William Cruice and James 'J.R.' Robinson
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 16, 2022
1. In Memory of Joseph Caserta, William Cruice and James 'J.R.' Robinson Marker
This flagpole is dedicated in honor of three decorated veterans from Ocean City.
Joseph Caserta, U.S. Army was a tank driver in some of the fiercest World War II battles in Europe. His bravery earned him the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and countless other medals and honors.
William Cruice, U.S. Air Force, was a veteran of the wars in Korea and Vietnam, and a founder of the American Legion Post 524 here in Ocean City.
James 'J.R.' Robinson, U.S. Marine Corps, received two Purple Hearts and the Presidencial Unit Citation for his heroism in the Vietnam War.
These proud veterans were regular attendees of the flag-raising ceremony that takes place here each summer morning.
Erected 2021.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Roads & Vehicles • War, Korean • War, Vietnam • War, World II.
Location. 39° 16.52′ N, 74° 34.204′ W. Marker is in Ocean City, New Jersey, in Cape May County. Memorial is at the intersection of Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace, on the right when traveling east on Boardwalk. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 820c Boardwalk, Ocean City NJ 08226, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other
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Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 16, 2022
2. In Memory of Joseph Caserta, William Cruice and James 'J.R.' Robinson Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on October 20, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 20, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 60 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 20, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
