Perry in Taylor County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Vietnam
“America's Longest War”
— Taylor County Veterans Memorial Park —
“The men and women of Vietnam fought for freedom in a place where liberty was in danger. They put their lives in danger in a land far away from their own. Many sacrificed their lives in the names on duty, honor and country. All were patriots who lit the world with fidelity and courage.”
—President Ronald Reagan—
Topics. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Parks & Recreational Areas • War, Vietnam. A significant historical date for this entry is August 7, 1964.
Location. 30° 7.428′ N, 83° 34.883′ 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. Vietnam War Statistics (here, next to this marker); Vietnam War (here, next to this marker); Vietnam Veterans (here, next to this marker); Korean War (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Korean War (a few steps from this marker); War on Terror (a few steps from this marker); “Liberation of Kuwait” (a few steps from this marker); Operation Enduring Freedom (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Perry.
Also see . . .
1. Vietnam War. (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.)
Credits. This page was last revised on August 6, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 5, 2023, by Brandon D Cross of Flagler Beach, Florida. This page has been viewed 56 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.