Perry in Taylor County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
World War II
The World at War
— Taylor County Veterans Memorial Park —
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, July 30, 2023
1. World War II Marker
Inscription.
World War II. The World at War. The World at War, the name commonly given to the global conflict of 1939-1945. It was the greatest and most destructive war in history. Whereas military operations in World War I were conducted primarily on the European continent, World War II included gigantic struggles not only in Europe but in Asia, Africa, and the far-flung islands of the Pacific as well. More than 17 million members of the armed forces of the various belligerents perished during the conflict. Its conduct strained the economic capabilities of the major nations and left many countries on the edge of collapse.
The World at War, the name commonly given to the global conflict of 1939-1945. It was the greatest and most destructive war in history. Whereas military operations in World War I were conducted primarily on the European continent, World War II included gigantic struggles not only in Europe but in Asia, Africa, and the far-flung islands of the Pacific as well. More than 17 million members of the armed forces of the various belligerents perished during the conflict. Its conduct strained the economic capabilities of the major nations and left many countries on the edge of collapse.
Location. 30° 7.459′ N, 83° 34.893′ W. Marker is in Perry, Florida, in Taylor County. Memorial can be reached from the intersection of North Jefferson Street (U.S. 221) and West Cherry Street, on the right when traveling north. Marker located within the Taylor County Veterans Memorial Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Perry FL 32347, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named World War II (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named World War II (here, next to this marker); Korean War (a few steps from
Also see . . . 1. World War II. (Submitted on August 5, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.) 2. Veterans Memorial Park. (Submitted on August 5, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida.)
Photographed By Brandon D Cross, July 30, 2023
2. World War II Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 5, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 51 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on August 5, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
