Concord Township near Glen Mills in Delaware County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Limited Military Involvement / War on Terror
Concord Township American Hero Memorial
Honor Remembrance Courage Fortitude
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
1. Limited Military Involvement / War on Terror Marker
Iran Hostage Crisis (1979-1981) Grenada Invasion (1983)
Beirut Intervention (1983-1991) Panama Invasion (1989)
Somalia Famine Relief (1993)
Bosnia/Kosovo Peacekeeping Mission (1999- )
WAR ON TERROR
(2001- ) A war started on September 11, 2001, when terrorists launched suicide attacks on the twin towers of the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, killing over 3,000 Americans. The selfless actions of police and firefighters on the scene elevated their ranks to hero status. The determined passengers on board a fourth hijacked plane prevented another attack on Washington DC and are remembered by Todd Beamer's heroic words: "Let's roll!"
President George W. Bush responded with a commitment to wage a 'war on terror' throughout the world, starting with the Al-Qaeda network in Afghanistan. American troops were deployed to seek out and destroy terrorist facilities, while deposing the Taliban government, a known terror-sponsor.
To oversee the fight against terrorism in America, the Department of Homeland Security was established. Several terrorist plots have since been thwarted due to extraordinary security measures and increased vigilance
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Seeking to depose another terror regime, a US-led coalition attacked Iraq in 2003. Precision air strikes preceded a ground assault in March, leading to the fall of Baghdad within a month.
The war on terror continues today.
In honor of those individuals who willfully accept the
responsibility to serve and defend this nation
Dedicated November 14, 2004
Erected 2004 by Concord Township, Robert C. Mench, and Concerned Citizens and Organizations.
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: Patriots & Patriotism • War, 2nd Iraq • War, Afghanistan. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #43 George W. Bush series list.
Location. 39° 52.047′ N, 75° 30.714′ W. Marker is near Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, in Delaware County. It is in Concord Township. Memorial is on Smithbridge Road east of Bob Mench Drive, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 659 Smithbridge Road, Glen Mills PA 19342, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. French & Indian Wars (here, next to this marker); American Revolution (here, next to this marker); War of 1812 / Mexican War
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
2. Concord Township American Hero Memorial
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
3. American Hero Memorial Dedication
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
4. American Hero Memorial Epitaph
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
5. American Hero Memorial Robert C. Mench Marker
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
6. Law Enforcement and Homeland Security Monument
Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., August 29, 2023
7. Fire and Rescue / Emergency Medical Services Monument
Credits. This page was last revised on September 3, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 3, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 51 times since then and 11 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on September 3, 2023, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
