Richmond in Wayne County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Wayne Township World War II Memorial
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
1. Wayne Township World War II Memorial
A living memorial dedicated in commemoration of those who made the supreme sacrifice in World War II from Wayne Township
In grateful tribute to all men and women of this area who have or will serve in defense of our country
Rededicated by Veterans Council May 1981
Topics. This memorial is listed in this topic list: War, World II.
Location. 39° 49.762′ N, 84° 53.731′ W. Marker is in Richmond, Indiana, in Wayne County. Memorial is at the intersection of 5th Street and Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south on 5th Street. Memorial is on the Freedom Fountain Plaza, about 150 feet SSW of city hall. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Richmond IN 47374, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Korean War Memorial (here, next to this marker); Vietnam War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Freedom Fountain (a few steps from this marker); 1968 Downtown Richmond Explosion (within shouting distance of this marker); Richmond Police Department Memorial (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mendenhall-Clay Debate / Confrontation (approx. 0.2 miles away); C. Francis Jenkins (approx. 0.2 miles away); Sailor Street (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Richmond.
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Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 29, 2023
2. Wayne Township World War II Memorial (new location)
The memorial has been relocated to Wayne County Veterans Memorial Park.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
3. Wayne Township World War II Memorial
Beneath American flag. Vietnam War Memorial to left and Korean War Memorial to right. Freedom Fountain in front of WWII Memorial, with City Hall in background.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
4. Wayne Township World War II Memorial
Wayne County Courthouse in background.
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 29, 2023
5. Wayne Township World War II Memorial (new location)
The memorial has been moved to Wayne County Veterans Memorial Park.
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
6. Wayne Township World War II Memorial Roll of Honor
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
7. Wayne Township World War II Memorial Roll of Honor
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., February 15, 2009
8. Wayne Township World War II Memorial Roll of Honor
Credits. This page was last revised on May 10, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 29, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 1,376 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on August 29, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 2. submitted on May 5, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 3, 4. submitted on August 29, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 5. submitted on May 5, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. 6, 7, 8. submitted on August 29, 2009, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
