Mountain Creek in Dallas in Dallas County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery
Opened May 12, 2000
To care for him who shall have borne the battle. President Abraham Lincoln
Jimmy S. Adamson
Director, Dallas/Fort Worth National Cemetery Mr. Adamson arrived at the cemetery during the early stages of construction, bringing with him 22 years of National Cemetery management experience. The consecration of the grounds, opening dedication, and the initial and continued flawless operation of the cemetery stand as evidence of his leadership and ability.
Left Side
Cloyde C. Pinson, Sr.
Chairman Emeritus, Texas National Foundation. Subsequent to a 43-year career in civil and military service, Mr. Pinson became the original Foundation Chairman. He managed the activities of the coalition of veterans in a manner that resulted in the early establishment of this National Cemetery on this site. He also led the design and fundraising efforts for the Veterans Memorial and the Avenue of Flags on the cemetery grounds.
Right Side
Martin D. Frost
U.S. Representative, 24th District. When the site for this cemetery was selected by the Veterans Administration, Congressman Frost vigorously pursued the funding necessary to complete construction on a priority basis. As the leading congressional supporter, his representation of this veterans' need in North Central Texas was without peer.
Erected by Fulps Monuments.
Topics. This memorial is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant day of the year for for this entry is May 31.
Location. 32° 43′ N, 96° 56.141′ W. Memorial is in Dallas, Texas, in Dallas County. It is in Mountain Creek. It is at the intersection of Patriot Avenue and Lone Star Circle, on the right when traveling south on Patriot Avenue. The marker is located in the eastern section of the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery along the Memorial Path. Touch for map. Memorial is at or near this postal address: 2000 Patriot Ave, Dallas TX 75211, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this memorial is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Eternal Patrol (here, next to this marker); Texas National Cemetery Foundation (here, next to this marker); Big D Detachment (here, next to this marker); First Marine Division (a few steps from this marker); Freedom Is Not Free (a few steps from this marker); Jangjin (Chosin) Reservoir Battle (a few steps from this marker); Veterans of Underage Military Service (a few steps from this marker); Third Marine Division (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dallas.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 10, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 11 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 11, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.




