Fair Oaks in Sacramento County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
In Memory of All American Veterans
Photographed by S B
1. In Memory of All American Veterans Marker
The memories of these American veterans will continue to live on whenever and wherever democracy exists.
The American veteran – forever a symbol of heroism, sacrifice, loyalty and freedom.
Erected by Center Township Post 6158 – Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 38° 39.018′ N, 121° 13.294′ W. Marker is in Fair Oaks, California, in Sacramento County. It is on Kruitof Way east of Hazel Avenue, on the right. The monument is located on the grounds of the VFW hall. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 8990 Kruitof Way, Fair Oaks CA 95628, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s Sacramento Metro, in Sacramento Valley, and specifically in the Central Valley. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: We Will Not Forget... (here, next to this marker); Path of Honor (a few steps from this marker); Heroes in the Sky (approx. one mile away); The Treasured American River (approx. 1.1 miles away); Natomas Consolidated of California (approx. 2.1 miles away);
this page online
Another marker is no longer nearby. The Coloma Road (was approx. 1.1 miles away but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
2. In Memory of All American Veterans Marker
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
3. Opposite Side of the In Memory of All American Veterans Monument
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
4. Viewing the Approach to the In Memory of All American Veterans Monument
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
5. Plaques Mounted at the Base of the Flag Pole
Upper Plaque:
Another
Orangevale
Lions Project
Lower Plaque:In Memory of
Elmer Prechtel
President 1975-75
Orangevale
Lions Project
Lower Plaque:
Elmer Prechtel
President 1975-75
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
6. Plaque Mounted on the Monument - Behind the Flag Pole
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
7. Donor Brick Wall
This is one of several donor walls located near the monument.
Photographed by S B
8. Example of Sponsorship Pavers
Pearl Harbor Survivors, River City Chapter 6
The Pearl Harbor Survivors Association disbanded in Dec. 2011. It was a national organization. The River City Chapter at one time had over 150 members.
The Pearl Harbor Survivors Association disbanded in Dec. 2011. It was a national organization. The River City Chapter at one time had over 150 members.
Photographed by Syd Whittle, July 5, 2012
9. View of Monument from The Path of Honor
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on July 8, 2012, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 702 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on February 20, 2012, by S B of Sacramento, California. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. submitted on July 8, 2012, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. 8. submitted on February 20, 2012, by S B of Sacramento, California. 9. submitted on July 8, 2012, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
