Near here is the site of the plantation of John Bacon McDonald who was born February 8, 1859. He entered the United States Military Academy on June 14, 1876, after finishing the tutelage of Colonel John M. Brannon of Seale and Captain Jerry J. . . . — — Map (db m69408) HM
On this lot and in the house thereon, was born William Augustus Mitchell, November 30, 1877. Mitchell entered the United States Military Academy on June 20, 1898, after finishing the schools at Seale and Alabama Polytechnic Institute. He . . . — — Map (db m164067) HM
Dedicated to the memory of the
brave men from Shelby County who
gave their lives that freedom and justice
should not perish from the earth
World War I 1917-1918
John C. Bailey • Girome Blankenship • Luther P. Crim • Jake Evans • James . . . — — Map (db m76255) WM
To the memory of
the men
of Tallapoosa County Alabama
who gave their lives in the
World War
Sanford E. Adams
Henry Lorenza Dabbs
Paul H. Harris
Amos D. Howle
Handley Mask
Clarence E. Newell
Allen Plant
Harmie E. Stevens . . . — — Map (db m68068) WM
This 1916 gun was used by the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I as part of a horse drawn caisson. During the war, American forces were loaned guns, planes, and other equipment from the French arsenal.
This gun was moved to Veterans . . . — — Map (db m35506) HM
To those who gave their life so freely that we may live today and tomorrow
WW I
Adams, Halbert ∙ Adamson, Henry ∙ Bagwell, Tom ∙ Banks, William ∙ Beck, Claude ∙ Beck, Edward ∙ Bell, George ∙ . . . — — Map (db m53843) WM
Lest We Forget
Killed in Action
World War I 1917–18
World War II 1941–46
Marvin Wenfred Johnson • Thomas Felton Smith • O. Z. Thornton • Tommie Tyree • Russell Burdick Wade • Belton Elmo Wilson • Walter Evan Wilson • Jackson Harold . . . — — Map (db m201367) WM
Settlers arrived, construction boomed. By 1916 the town's population had jumped to 6,000 people. 300 families were estimated to be homesteading in the Matanuska Valley.
The Alaska Engineering Commission assumed responsibility for the town's . . . — — Map (db m260185) HM
This gate is dedicated to men of the Armed Forces of the United States who died while serving their country in war and in peace.---In Memory of Kermit Roosevelt. Born 1859-Died 1943-Who fought in the British and American Armies during World Wars . . . — — Map (db m72794) WM
The citizens of Skagway, Alaska wish to forever remember the sacrifices of our military servicemen who died in wartime. These young men left home and community to answer the call to help preserve peace and freedom in the world.
World War I . . . — — Map (db m72787) WM
1914 Honor roll 1918
Died
in the service of
their country
Richard W. Judd
born Dec 17, 1895 died April 12, 1918
Sidney Severens
born March 24, 1891 died June 7 1918
John H. Slaughter
born April 2, 1889 died October 27, 1918 . . . — — Map (db m195841) WM
The City of Bisbee honors by this memorial her warriors who died in defense of the principles of American Democracy against enemies of freedom in World War I, World War II, the Korean War and the War in Vietnam that their patriotic sacrifice will be . . . — — Map (db m28279) WM
The San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area has a storied past well beyond its designation as a sanctuary for its riparian ecosystem. The following narrative provides a brief history regarding the use of this area as a military installation . . . — — Map (db m250008) HM
Dedicated to the
Engineering Achievements of
Percy Jones, Jr.
1888 –
Chief locating engineer who by sheer genius personally located more miles of Arizona highways than any other person. His college training in mining and geology . . . — — Map (db m37900) HM
Built 1979 – 1980
Master Sergeant
Lorenzo Alvarado
1893 – 1974
In memory of all Americans who served their country with valor and gallantry during World War I and World War II in the pursuit of freedom and liberty for . . . — — Map (db m49433) WM
Side A
World War I
(see photo for names)
World War II
(see photo for names)
Side B
Korean War
(see photo for names)
Vietnam War
(see photo for names)
Afghanistan War
(see photo . . . — — Map (db m292148) WM
The French-built SPAD XIII equipped 16 U.S. Air Service pursuit squadrons in World War I, including Là Frank Luke Jr's 27th Aero Squadron. The SPAD XIII had a 200-horsepower engine and attained a top speed of 130 miles per hour. It had two . . . — — Map (db m292160) HM
Commemorative Air Force
Arizona Military Aviation
Walk of Honor
Proudly Recognizes
1st Lieutenant Ralph Ambrose O’Neill
1896 — 1980
Hailing from Nogales AZ, Ralph O’Neill served in the U.S. Army Air Service with the 147th Aero Squadron . . . — — Map (db m102904) HM WM
Commemorative Air Force
Arizona Military Aviation
Walk of Honor
Proudly Recognizes
Lt. Frank Luke, Jr.
1897 — 1918
The Arizona Balloon Buster
Lieutenant Frank Luke, Jr. became “The Arizona Balloon Buster” of WWI. Flying with the 27th . . . — — Map (db m102899) HM WM
John Henry Pruitt, Congressional Medal of Honor Silvestre S. Herrera, Congressional Medal of Honor Ira Hayes, Hero of Iwo Jima; Navajo Code Talkers — — Map (db m92589) WM
Father Albert was a young missionary and teacher to the Mescalero Apaches in New Mexico and other tribes in Arizona.
Father Braun was an Army chaplain in World War I and World War II receiving the Purple Heart and two Silver Stars for his . . . — — Map (db m26830) HM
[Front of Monument]:
The State of Arizona
Erects this monument as its tribute to his valor, extraordinary bravery and distinguished service in the World War and gratitude to all her sons who served.
1930
Memorial committee . . . — — Map (db m27631) WM
Killed in Action
Lee Rainbow * Wallace Antone
Honor Roll:
Charles Laws • Isaac Jese • Oliver Sneed •
Wm. T. Moore •
Joe McCarthy •
Peter Moore •
Charles Gougn •
Seth Oldman •
Harvier Adams •
George Bell •
Roy Left Hand • . . . — — Map (db m27252) WM
The Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States Armed Forces to those who distinguish themselves "…conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of their lives above and beyond the call of duty while . . . — — Map (db m29435) HM
World War I was funded partially by the gold out of these mountains in 1912. Oatman boomed from 1910 to the 1920's. Upwards to 8,000 people lived here. Gold mines were closed about 1942. Mines were needed to mine copper for World War II. Blue Ridge . . . — — Map (db m119942) HM
Dedicated to the Memory of
Matthew B. Juan
Co K 28th Infantry
First Arizonian Killed in the World War
Battle of Cantingy
May 28th 1918 — — Map (db m42026) HM
Honoring Native American
Women Veterans
Dedicated February 22, 2003
American Legion Post 84
Sacaton, AZ
Sculptor: Oscar Urrea
Artist: Jim Covarrubias — — Map (db m32844) WM
Dedicated to the memory of the Yuma County, Arizona Veterans who gave their lives for their country in the World War 1917-18 Lt. Col. H. H. Donkersley • Sidney D. Carter • Fermin Coz • Worley Doby • Joaquin Dominguez • Frank Espinoza • Jesse R. . . . — — Map (db m166001) WM
World War I
Dedicated
to the sons of
Ashley County
Arkansas
Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice
For Humanities Defense
in the World War
1914 — 1918
_______
{List of the honored . . . — — Map (db m108565) WM
'The war to end all wars' began following the assassination of the Archduke of Austria-Hungary in the summer of 1914. Before the summer was over Great Britain, France, Russia, and their allies were at war with Germany, Austria-Hungary, and their . . . — — Map (db m91850) HM
Dedicated to the men and women of Boone County
who served with honor and glory and to those
inscribed here who made the supreme sacrifice
that we might live in freedom
World War I
Allen, Roy · Lafferty. Robert L.
Casey. John · . . . — — Map (db m143898) HM
In Honor of Those
Who Gave the Ultimate Sacrifice
from Cleburne County
Iraq
Parker, Tommy Lynn "TJ" Jr.
Woodham, Anthony Lynn
World War I
Denwoody, Frank • Stark, George B.
Estes, Charles D. • Thompson, Perry J. . . . — — Map (db m143762) WM
Erected in 2007 by Chapter 13 Disabled American Veterans
In memory and honor of all who served in World War I.
Doughboys
World War I, The War to End All Wars
The yanks are coming, the yanks are coming
and we won't be back till it's . . . — — Map (db m237004) WM
This is the 16,000 pound anchor off the bow of the nuclear powered guided missile cruiser USS Arkansas, CGN-41. This anchor was placed here in grateful memory of those who served aboard her. Four ships of the United States Navy and one of the . . . — — Map (db m116687) HM
To the 1385 sons of Craighead County who during the World War served their Country on land and sea and well maintained its highest ideals and traditions. This monument is erected by their fellow citizens as testimonial of gratitude and affection. . . . — — Map (db m227276) WM
On this lawn
was erected our first
Courthouse in 1841 and
has been the scene for many
events during the wars
in which Crawford County boys fought.
Mexican War, 1846.
War Between the States, 1861-1865.
Spanish American War, 1898. . . . — — Map (db m96859) WM
In memory of
Merle D. Hay
Thomas Enwright
James B. Gresham
They were the first members of
the Expeditionary Army of the
United States in France to die
that we might live
stricken on the field of glory,
November 3, . . . — — Map (db m96633) WM
The Blue Star Service Flag
The Blue Star Service Flag became a symbol of pride, honor and
service for families during World War I. Each blue star represented
a member of their family who was serving in the armed forces and
the . . . — — Map (db m244103) HM
Erected by the citizens of Drew County in honor of all who served or who may serve and dedicated to those who gave their lives that we might be free. Veterans Day 1988.
World War I
B.C. Bast, George F. Cater, Chisley Garrison, Forrest . . . — — Map (db m85089) WM
The citizens of Franklin County have caused this monument to be erected ·· Not to glorify war but forever to serve the cause of peace ·•·
Here we enshrine forever the glorious memory of the living and the dead who through their valiant efforts . . . — — Map (db m120876) WM
Enlisted in 1917 to be a WWI pilot in Europe, at a time when planes were new and dangerous • First assigned to the RAF in England in 1918 • Became an “Ace” pilot with 12 confirmed kills, 3rd most • Awarded British / US Distinguished Service & . . . — — Map (db m265099) HM
Five Star General • Led American troops to recapture Philippines in World War II • Postwar Governor of Japan, installed Democratic rule in conquered nation • Led Allied troops in retaking South Korea from Communist invaders Little Rock, Arkansas • . . . — — Map (db m264931) HM
Grant County Casualties
World War 2
Sgt. Herman L. Caple · Sgt. Watson Kemp ·
Sgt. Garlin Stout ·
Sgt. Marvin Allen ·
Sgt. Thomas D. Littes ·
S/Sgt. J. C. Callison Jr. ·
Sgt. J. C. Crabb ·
S/Sgt. Jewel T. Davis ·
T/5 . . . — — Map (db m229494) WM
Let us hold in honored memory those men from Greene County who gave their lives that mankind might hope for a better world. World War I
Ranzi Adams • Lon Austin • Charles J. Barnett • Jimmie Bonds • Arlin Boone • Luther F. Bowlin • William B. . . . — — Map (db m151233) WM
Wabbaseka Memorial Committee
Post Office Box 11
Wabbaseka, AR 72176
Attention: Jason Irby, Chairman
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Congratulations to you and all the citizens of the State of Arkansas as you commemorate the 100th . . . — — Map (db m167483) HM
East Side
Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for his country.
Dedicated by the citizens of Lee County to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of their country.
North Side
Korean War . . . — — Map (db m117251) WM
In Honor of those Who Served and Died
WW I
Baldwin, Herbert ·
Cabe, Floyd ·
Carpenter, James ·
Cummens, Forrest ·
Miller, Walter ·
Moore, August ·
Richardson, James ·
Rogers, Lee, ·
Turner, Don ·
Weaver, Clayton
WW . . . — — Map (db m310063) WM
The Army Aviation Commission in 1917 accepted these 960 acres from Lonoke citizens to establish an aviators school. Approximately 2,500 enlisted men and officers were stationed here from 1918 to 1919. A thousand planes, sometimes known as "flying . . . — — Map (db m218159) HM
World War I Honor Roll
Ray A. Martin • Walter M. Brawley • Clayton Stevenson • Joe Nelson • Jesse Brashears • Ross H. Robinson • Pat Petty • John Hall • Edward L. Dardenne • Jack Clayton • Charles C. Coulson • James H. Folks • Robert Dowdle • . . . — — Map (db m211571) WM
The Ghost Town of Rush stands as mute testimony to the activities of a bygone era. Zinc carbonate ore was discovered in this valley in the late 1880's and the "rush" was on. Soon the hillsides were dotted with-mines sprouting colorful names such . . . — — Map (db m161923) HM
Rush—and other Buffalo River valleys—
is a story of the progression human
occupation. In the hills and hollows around
you is buried evidence of centuries of use.
Ancient Indians once walked these banks
and hills, leaving . . . — — Map (db m161940) HM
Enlisted March 14th 1918; Honorably discharged May 29th 1919
Cited for bravery for extraordinary heroism in action and decorated with:
U.S. Distinguished Service Cross: Oct. 10th 1918
French Croix de Guerre with Palm: Apr. 19th 1919
Gilt Star . . . — — Map (db m30388) HM
In Memoriam
To those men from South Mississippi County who gave their lives in World Wars I & II, Korea, and Southeast Asia
Lt. John McGavock Grider - PVT. William A. Charles
PFC Clarence Croft - CPL. Billie W. Craine
PFC Hershel Brock . . . — — Map (db m36534) WM
World War I Frank Alexander • Sherman Horn • Joseph B. Howard • Jimmy L. Qualls • Nyram C. Rains • Arthur R. Wallace • Bill J. Williams • John Cearley • Henery Curtis • Drayton Raines . . . — — Map (db m262792) WM
This boxcar and the gifts it carried are a reminder of American support of France during two world wars, and of France's gratitude for that support. Such gestures between peoples deserve a lasting place in our memories.
People to People . . . — — Map (db m107797) HM
This sculpture, erected in 1927, is one of the best-known outdoor sculptures in the nation. Named Spirit of the American Doughboy, it depicts a World War I soldier attacking across the "no man's land" between the trenches. Created in 1920 . . . — — Map (db m107933) HM
Richard L. Kitchens Post No. 41 of the American Legion
World War I veterans founded the American Legion, a charitable organization, in 1919. That year, Helena's veterans founded Richard L. Kitchens Post No. 41. The name honors a . . . — — Map (db m108000) HM
Dedicated by the citizens of Lepanto
community in grateful tribute to
the men who gave their lives
in the defense of our country
World War I
Willie Lamb
World War II
Jimmie Carter • Ralph Bowles • Jack Young • Herbert . . . — — Map (db m221253) WM
Dedicated to the men and women of Arkansas who gave their lives in the Great Wars, 1917-1918 and 1941-1945.
Ben Laney, Governor
C.G. Hall, Sec. of State
Stadium Commission
Ed Keith, Chairman
Gordon H. Campbell, Sec.
Maurine . . . — — Map (db m208840) WM
Co. I 113th Infantry American Expeditionary Force. Fourth on Gen. John J. Pershing's list of one hundred heroes of World War I. Cited for extraordinary heroism in action and awarded U.S. Distinguished Service Cross, French Croix De Guerre, Gilt Star . . . — — Map (db m157476) HM WM
In the great World-War of 1917, Arkansas sent her sons streaming overseas to save the World for Liberty. Proud of their valor and their achievements she rejoices for those who returned unharmed; and mourns for those who fell on the shell-torn sod . . . — — Map (db m157595) WM
World War I 1917-1918
West Point Graduate 1903
Rainbow Division Chief of Staff August 1917, Colonel
84th Brigade 42nd Rainbow Division August 1918, Commander
Rainbow Division Commander November 1918, Brigadier General
West Point . . . — — Map (db m116366) HM
In Memory Of The Men And Women
Who Served With Honor With The Naval
And Marine Forces Of The United States
Of America During The World War
1917 — 1919 — — Map (db m117236) WM
[Centre Column]
Randolph County will remember
These gave all
World War I
Earl Almon •
Thomas M. Cochran •
Roy P. Chodic •
James Chesnut •
Arthur Craft •
Henry A. Foster •
Carey Haley •
Eric C. . . . — — Map (db m172264) WM
Dedicated to the memory of our comrades who entered the service of their country from Fort Smith, Arkansas and who gave their lives in the World War. — — Map (db m5544) WM
In Loving Remembrance of Our Stone County Sons who paid the supreme price of their lives in the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War, and who now await reunion with us in eternity as we, their friends and . . . — — Map (db m155979) WM
In loving memory of those from White County who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country and world wide democracy.
World War I
Allen, Arthur •
Alfred, William •
Armstrong, Herman •
Autra, Alfred •
Benoit, Joseph V. • . . . — — Map (db m174134) WM
In honor of all the valiant men and women of Woodruff Co. who defended their ideals and served their country during time of war. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten — — Map (db m117719) WM
Dedicated by the citizens of
Albany to its World War Veterans
1926
Died in service
Leland Bergersen Reuben Silva
Twentynine of our boys served under
the flag — — Map (db m137083) WM
The Veterans' Memorial Building located in
Albany's Memorial Park is one of ten such
structures built by Alameda County as a tribute
to the veterans of World War I. Designed by Henry
H. Meyers and dedicated on August 14, 1932, the
building has . . . — — Map (db m137099) HM WM
[Marker #1]
In Memory of Those Who
Made the
Supreme Sacrifice
in the World War
C T Vinther • J T Gimbel • A H Ohman
Berkeley Parlor No 210 Native Sons of the Golden West
[Marker #2]
This Tree . . . — — Map (db m221928) HM
Side One:
PFC William Blakely USA Vietnam • PFC Steven C Canright USA Vietnam • CPL James M Cardwell USA Vietnam • SSGT Larry H Cooke USA Vietnam • PFC Gerald T Duffey USMC Vietnam • PFC Richard L Iannicelli USA Vietnam • PFC Thad B . . . — — Map (db m220199) WM
We honor and remember the fallen military heroes of the City of Hayward, California
Ambrose O’Neill USA-Spanish/US • Anton Andrade USA-WWI • Ralph S. Armstrong USA-WWI
• Joseph Calderia USA-WWI • Henry Dillon WWI • Lee R. Griffin USA-WWI • . . . — — Map (db m200407) HM
This statue depicts a cowboy removing his hat and replacing it with a helmet in defense of our country.
This monument symbolizes patriotism and dedication to our country. The ranching, farming and cowboy communities, along with other men and . . . — — Map (db m195459) HM
In memory of the heroes of the
Civil War, Spanish War and the
World War who gave their lives
that liberty shall not perish
June 14, 1920 — — Map (db m72915) WM
In Memoriam
of the boys of this district
who made the supreme sacrifice
Dedicated Sunday July 10th 1921
by Claremont Parlor No. 240 N.S.G.W.
and affiliated organizations
This plate donated by H.T. Burns — — Map (db m136739) WM
World War I
Egbert Williams Beach • Henry Augustus Butters • Otto Julius Carlsen • Frank Jay Field • Thomas Edward Graves • Carl Castlemayne Jones • Hunter McClure
World War II
George David Anderson • John R. Anderson, Jr. • James . . . — — Map (db m72281) WM
A Memorial
Erected to the boys of Piedmont who gave their lives in the World War
Egbert Williams Beach • Henry Augustus Butters • Otto Julius Carlsen • Hunter McClure • Frank Jay Field • Thomas Edward Graves • Carl Castlemayne Jones . . . — — Map (db m72300) HM
Here We Mark the Price of Freedom
Pvt Meinrad Auf Der Maur Army WWI 9-Jun-1918 • Pvt Charles Perry Army WWI 6-Jan-1919 • Pvt Ambrose D Regalia Army WWII 4-Jun-1942 • Tech4 William J Theodore Army WWII 17-Oct-1942 • 2Lt James W Mc Cann Jr Army . . . — — Map (db m216969) WM
Killed in Action
World War I
E.F. Forbes
George L. McCall
World War II
Harold Corbin
Mervin Howdy
William Johnson
Vietnam
James D. Rinehart
May they find eternal peace
and may this community
never forget those who . . . — — Map (db m175893) WM
[Left Pillar:]
Boys of World War I
W.H. Pritchard •
A. Kretcher •
J.R. Hyland •
T. Trelese •
B. Packard •
R. Pew •
C.P. Sevey •
L.E. Walton •
L. Jack •
T. Pinder •
J.A. Doherty
[Right Pillar:]
Pioneers . . . — — Map (db m44137) HM
Who Died in World War I G. Bulaich • J.A. Cuneo • F.S. Ferrari • B.L Flitcraft • B.F. Forbes • LT. Griesabach • P.W. Hamm • J.R. Hyland • A. Kretcher • G. Koprivica • R.E. Noce • R. Pew • W.H. Pritchard • S.C. Quirollo • R. Rugne • C.P. Sevey • . . . — — Map (db m85621) WM
[There are four markers mounted on the monument; one each for World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. The first three are mounted on the north side and the fourth is mounted on the south side of monument][World War I]
To . . . — — Map (db m13421) WM
In Memory of Our
Honored Dead of
The World War
1917 – 1918
William H. Aitken • Wyatt L. Arbuckle • Edwin W. Boggs • Russell C. Doyle • Harry A. Elliott • Elbert P. Esmond • Edward N. Fairo • Nelson Coe • Aaron S. Harris • . . . — — Map (db m29758) HM
With the discovery of copper ore in 1860 by Thomas McCarty and William K. Reed, the town of Copperopolis sprang into existence and soon became the largest producer of copper in the western United States. The population of Copperopolis grew to exceed . . . — — Map (db m13004) HM
Erected in honor of the Men and Women of Calaveras County who served their country in the Armed Forces and in memory of the following persons who lost their lives in the service of our country This plaque is dedicated by a grateful county November . . . — — Map (db m164990) WM
Dedicated to those from Contra Costa County who served their country in the World War, and to the memory of these who “Gave the last full measure of devotion”
1914 – 1918
Simeon M. Anderson • Adolph C. Bauer, Jr. • Peter Beyer • Hazel L. . . . — — Map (db m217074) WM
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