Gold Star Families Memorial Monument

Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. . , This monument honors, recognizes and serves Gold Star Families and the legacy of their Loved Ones who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America., The Homeland panel depicts images representing the City of Norfolk, which is home to many Gold Star Families. Norfolk developed as a community on the water, and its miles of lake, river and bay frontage are central to its industry, recreation and many of its neighborhoods. The city's popular mermaid logo and the anchor symbolize centuries of Norfolk's maritime heritage and its role as host to the largest Naval Base in the world., The Family panel represents the uniquely brave spirit of our military families who provide support to their Loved Ones serving in our Armed Forces of the United States of America. The community, as one family, honors the fallen and should never forget their sacrifice., The Patriot panel shows the raising of the American Flag on Iwo Jima, which symbolizes those who vigorously support and defend our great Nation through selfless service in our Armed Forces., The Sacrifice panel represents the sacrifices made by our Gold Star Families by the loss of their Loved One while in service to our country. It honors all families of our Nation's fallen service members lost in war, conflict and line-of-duty incidents., The silhouette of the saluting service member represents the Legacy of those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States of America., This monument is a project of the City of Norfolk, Hampton Roads Chapter of American Gold Star Mothers, Kerrick Construction and the Woody Williams Foundation.