Florence in Florence County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
World War II Tribute
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
1. World War II Tribute Marker
World War II was the most devastating war in history. Savage combat transpired 1939-1945 between two alliances, the majority of the world's countries & 100,000,000 military personnel. The consequences were massive destruction & 70,000,000 - 85,000,000 deaths.
The United States entered WWII after military bases in the Pacific were attacked December 7, 1941, joining Allies in global warfare against Axis powers.
Of the 16,000,000 members of the US Military & Merchant Marine, 407,316 were KIA or MIA & 671,846 were wounded.
WWII required full mobilization of US economy, industry & labor force. Civilians created "Victory Gardens," rationed goods, & built a huge workforce to meet the enormous requirements for total war.
Warfare dominated the world until the US & Allies accomplished decisive victories to end hostilities. Germany surrendered May 8, 1945, followed by Japan September 2, 1945.
"They were only kids at the time, but now they are known as 'The Greatest Generation.'"
Attributed to David C. Phillips, USN WWII Veteran Charter Member, Veterans Park Committee.
Some campaigns remain legendary in US Military lore for their importance & the sacrifices of our Servicemen & Women.
Pearl Harbor Battle of the Atlantic Bataan Coral Sea Midway
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Erected 2022 by Drs. Bruce & Lee Foundation.
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Patriots & Patriotism • War, World II. A significant historical date for this entry is December 7, 1941.
Location. 34° 11.121′ N, 79° 50.04′ W. Marker is in Florence, South Carolina, in Florence County. Memorial can be reached from Woody Jones Boulevard, 0.7 miles west of David H McLeod Boulevard, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 842 Woody Jones Blvd, Florence SC 29501, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. September 11, 2001 (a few steps from this marker); Alone With Memories (a few steps from this marker); Ships Bell (within shouting distance of this marker); U.S. Navy Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); USS Arizona Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Korea (within shouting distance of this marker); Purple Heart Recipients (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Florence.
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
2. World War II Tribute Marker
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
3. World War II Tribute Marker
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
4. World War II Tribute Marker
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
5. World War II Tribute Marker
Photographed By Dave W, May 7, 2023
6. World War II Tribute Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 9, 2023. It was originally submitted on May 8, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 65 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 8, 2023, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
