The Submarine Lifeguard League was officially formed in
early 1943. From then and until August 14, 1945, a total of
518 airmen were rescued from a watery grave or certain
capture by the enemy. Many rescues were accomplished
by the 87 submarines . . . — — Map (db m177644) HM WM
Langdon was first built as two open firing platforms.
During World War II, Langdons 12-inch rifles were roofed with 17-foot thick concrete casemates. But amphibious and missile warfare made harbor defense guns obsolete. — — Map (db m61950) WM
Side 1:
This berth was once the home of the 255 foot Owasco class patrol gunboat, Sebago (WPG 42), which was commissioned in September 1945 as the United States most heavily armed war vessel per foot. The ship carried an initial . . . — — Map (db m110471) HM
Hidden beneath this vegetated mound of Battery 234 were soldiers who figured out solutions to a pressing problem: Where should artillery crews aim the guns to strike an attacking ship? It took some teamwork. Soldiers in the nearby end towers . . . — — Map (db m80060) HM
Gun crews performed a carefully choreographed ballet every time they loaded and fired an artillery piece. One slip-up in the teamwork could cause serious injuries or death. Crews practiced aiming at a target, opening the breech, loading and . . . — — Map (db m80067) HM
Hidden beneath this vegetation is Battery Langdon, Fort Pickens' most powerful gun emplacement. It's 12-inch guns could throw a projectile 17 miles out to sea. The first time Artilleryman M. Harry fired one of them his hat blew off, his pants . . . — — Map (db m80058) HM
All alone in the glaring sun...scanning the horizon...looking for but hoping not to see an enemy ship or plane—guard duty was no picnic for the Coast Artillery during World War II. Soldiers stood guard around the clock in three- or . . . — — Map (db m80065) HM
Battery Worth's guns were deafening. The gun crews were told to "stay loose and keep your mouths open." Cotton was available, but most soldiers did not use it and developed "artilleryman's ear." Gun pits on the left and right housed eight 12-inch . . . — — Map (db m80057) HM
The Philippine American Association of Palm Coast,
Flagler County, Florida, wholeheartedly dedicated
this Memorial Tree in honor of the Fallen Heroes of
the Philippines and United States of America
who fought as allies during World War II. . . . — — Map (db m105408) WM
Submarine Hill has long been an important part of Florida history. During World War II, the US Coast Guard kept watch for German U-Boats from this high vantage point. Today, the hill provides a scenic view that allows us to see and celebrate the . . . — — Map (db m188740) HM
This hiking path is located on the Old Coast Guard Road, which was established during World War II. In the first half of 1942, German submarines sank more than 35 ships off Florida's coast prompting the military to establish a beach patrol. The . . . — — Map (db m208176) HM
With the approach of World War II, amphibious warfare training centers were hurriedly built. Camp Carrabelle opened in September 1941. Construction began in July 1942 and the camp was renamed in honor of Colonel Gordon Johnston (1874-1934), a highly . . . — — Map (db m100897) HM
In late 1943, Carrabelle Beach and Dog Island, while they were a part of Camp Gordon Johnston, were used by the US Army 4th Infantry Division to train for the Normandy Invasion on D-Day, June 6th, 1944. The Amphibious Training Center had been . . . — — Map (db m16847) HM
In June 1942 the U.S. War Department selected a 155,000 acre section of coastal Franklin County to be used as an amphibious warfare training center. Originally called Camp Carabelle, the base was renamed in January 1943 to honor the memory of . . . — — Map (db m101177) HM
This historic bell, manufactured by the William Buckley Co., New York, New York / circa 1830, was installed in the steeple of Centenary Methodist Church in 1839. In addition to ringing in weekly services, during the 19th and early 20th century the . . . — — Map (db m228475) HM
Warren Alford US Army Jack A. Buckles US Army Booker T. Bryant Jr. US Army Willie F. Cato US Army Arlester Cole US Army James A. Eatmon US Navy Joseph W. Goodbread US Army Obie R. Harris US Navy Dwight M. Hewitt US . . . — — Map (db m234507) HM WM
Although residents living here have always been somewhat insulated, outside influences such as war and conflict have historically influenced the Town of White Springs. The Spanish, French, British, and Americans all fought wars to own the peninsula . . . — — Map (db m44512) HM
Bayport's Early Historic Period
During the First Spanish Period (1565-1763) Florida served as a military defense port. In 1763, under British control, agricultural commerce became important. Control of Florida returned to Spain in 1783. In . . . — — Map (db m93297) HM
In loving memory of those who gave their lives in the service of their country World War I World War II Korea Vietnam Erected by American Legion in cooperation with the Hernando County Action 76 Committee and the Florida State Bicentennial . . . — — Map (db m132461) WM
In Honor of all who served in World War II from this community and dedicated to lasting memory of those who lost their lives
Abbot, James C. Adams, Robert C. Anderson Allen M. Anderson James W. Anderson, Robert A. Andreu, Robert A. . . . — — Map (db m218316) WM
This original 72 flagpole at the Sebring International Raceway marks the geographic center of Hendricks Field, a United States Army Air Force (USAAF) base that operated under the jurisdiction of the 76th Flying Training Wing from 1942-1945. . . . — — Map (db m134905) HM
This memorial to Sebring area men
who died in our Country's Service
Erected by Sebring Firemen, Inc.
A W "Spizz Pollard and
concerned citizens 2000
★★ Donors ★★
Joe & Louise Stiles Butch" Tew Lillian . . . — — Map (db m218227) WM
In honor of The U.S.S. Highlands (APA 119) and Her Gallant Crew For service in the Pacific during WWII donated by The Citizens of Highlands County Dedicated October 5, 1993 — — Map (db m157289) WM
This Howitzer was manufactured at the French government armory in Bourges, France in 1918. Designed by: Albert Deport, Etienne Sainte-Claire Deville and Emile Rimailho.
Designed: 1891-1896
Number built: 21,000+
Width: 6 ft . . . — — Map (db m194875) HM WM
Type: Light Tank
Origin: United States
Designer: U.S. Army Ordinance Department
Manufacture: American Car and Foundry Company Cadillac Division of General Motors Massie-Harris
Produced: 1941-1944
No. . . . — — Map (db m193210) HM
In memory of
Angus R. Goss
Native Tampan, killed in action during World War II
at
New Georgia Islands on July 20, 1943 while serving in
the 1st Marine Raider Division
Received the Navy Cross and was cited for the
Congressional . . . — — Map (db m43836) HM
The Bataan Battle ended with the capitulation of 80,000 sick injured and starving men. The largest surrender in U.S, military history. They were forced marched by Japans . . . — — Map (db m193932) HM WM
The Battle of Remagen during the Allied invasion of Germany resulted in the unexpected capture of the Ludendorff Bridge over the Rhine and possibly shortened World War II in Europe. After capturing the Siegfried Line, the 9th Armored Division of . . . — — Map (db m193924) HM WM
Benjamin Field
In 1896, this land was gifted to the City of West Tampa as a public park by George N. Benjamin, a prominent entrepreneur & early West Tampa leader. The park was built & 2 year later it was used by Theodore Roosevelt & the . . . — — Map (db m136019) HM
In 1928, this area, home to a few homesteaders, fishermen and farmers, witnessed the construction of the first modern homes for African Americans at 4125 West Arch and 4104 West Laurel Streets. It was not until the transition of Black soldiers . . . — — Map (db m135953) HM
Douglas MacArthur was an American five-star General and Field Marshal of the Philippine Army. He was Chief of Staff of the United States Army during the 1930s and played a prominent role in the Pacific theater during World War II. He received the . . . — — Map (db m193441) WM
(side 1)
The City of Tampa established a municipal airport at Drew Field in 1928 on a 160-acre tract leased from farmer, real estate developer and aviation enthusiast John Higley Drew. The City purchased Drew Field in 1934 and added new . . . — — Map (db m150551) HM
Since the first wave of B-18 Super Heavy Bombers arrived at MacDill in 1940, the base has seen a remarkable variety of America's finest military aircraft. MacDill's first mission included transitional training on the B-17 Flying Fortress. After . . . — — Map (db m34132) HM
On July 14, 1939, the Tampa Morning Tribune announced the war department's decision to build the "Southeast Air Base" in Tampa. The land selected was a 6000 acre marshy area known as Catfish Point. As part of President Roosevelt's New Deal Program, . . . — — Map (db m34118) HM
This distinguished native Tampan served with courage, honor and personal sacrifice as an army surgeon during WWII. He was captured and made a prisoner of war when the Japanese overran the Philippines. Afflicted with Beri-Beri and other diseases he . . . — — Map (db m215678) HM
L'Unione Italiana Left side:Dedicates this War Memorial to honor and perpetuate the memory of those members who gave their life for their country Paul P. Longo President Right side:Dedica questo Memoriale per onorare e perpetuare . . . — — Map (db m44048) HM
This park is dedicated in memory of Lt. Col. Anthony J. Palonis, Jr., U.S.M.C., who gallantly served both Country and Corps in World War II, The Korean War, and Vietnam. Awarded the Silver Star, and Bronze Star for Valor. Lt. Col. Palonis was . . . — — Map (db m55280) HM
(Left face:) War Dept. Records: "Sgt. Nick Matassini Co. H. 357 Inf. was instantly killed in action Dec. 7, 1944 while leading his machine gun squad on German positions when his regiment established a bridgehead east bank of . . . — — Map (db m44196) HM
U.S. Navy Submarines
paid heavily for
their success in
World War II.
A total of
374 officers and
3131 men are on
board these 52
U.S. Submarines
Still on Patrol.
We shall never forget that it was our submarines that help the . . . — — Map (db m207404) WM
MacDill's First Base Commander Col. Clarence L. Tinker took command on March 11, 1940 First Native American to attain the rank of Major General Killed in action in Pacific Theater during Battle for Midway in 1942 Tinker AFB . . . — — Map (db m34123) HM
Throughout history we have answered
our country's call to arms,
for freedom, for justice,
for self-determination of an ally,
we have served, and sometimes paid
in grim coin the price exacted,
Through no fault of ours,
somehow we . . . — — Map (db m15120) WM
On January 14, 1941, Col. Clarence Tinker landed a twin-engined B-18 Bomber on the first MacDill Field runway and a new era for Tampa was born. Soon after, the U.S. would enter World War II and MacDill's pilot training would prove to be an important . . . — — Map (db m34109) HM
By 1902, the Seaboard Air Line (SAL) was formed and the Atlantic Coast Line (ACL) had taken over the rail system of Henry B. Plant. Tampa Union Station (TUS) built in 1912, was designed by architect J.F. Leitner in Italian Renaissance style, and . . . — — Map (db m4653) HM
As MacDill Field's first runways were being completed in 1941, only 8,500 men were enlisted in the Army Air Corps. But by the end of World War II in 1945, over 2.5 million Americans had joined the newly renamed Army Air Forces. The demands of war . . . — — Map (db m34125) HM
American copy of the British 6-Pounder Anti-Tank gun
Ammunition: 6.28 lb. Armor Piercing Shell
Maximum Range: 10,260 Yards
Could Penetrate 2.7 inches of Armor at 1,000 Yards
Employed by Infantry to Destroy Tanks and Concrete . . . — — Map (db m193205) WM
Submarine Torpedo of WW II,
This Example is a Non-Explosive Dummy
643 lb. Torpex Explosive Charge in Warhead
Steam propulsion
Range: 4,500 yards at 46 knots
Designed 1930 in Service 1931 Through the mid-1970s
This type was the . . . — — Map (db m193414) HM
(Front face, left side)
Dedicated to
the memory of
those Americans who valiantly fought and
died in the service of their country
during the great World War
April 6, 1917 - November 11, 1918
——
It is hoped that the . . . — — Map (db m30652) WM
Remember Pearl Harbor Keep America Alert
Lest We Forget December 7, 1941
G. Angelo A. Anzalone E. Barker R. Babenny R. Bigelow B.W. Bigger J.A. Blair R.V. Boyd R. Boyer R. Boykin Joseph Brooke E.E. Bruffy . . . — — Map (db m187784) WM
On the night of May 5, 1942, eight miles off this coast, German submarine U-333 attacked the US tanker Java Arrow, killing two of her crew.
Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteers Kit Johnson, Ottie Roach, Harry McDonald, and Ward . . . — — Map (db m245936) HM
In recognition of Platoon Sergeant Ernest I. Thomas U.S.M.C.R. who, on February 23, 1945, led his platoon to raise the first flag on Iwo Jima, the first Japanese territory taken in World War II. On March 3rd, eight days after the first flag . . . — — Map (db m62109) WM
Robert M. McTureous, Jr. Private United States Marine Corps Born: March 26, 1924 Killed in Action: June 1945 Awarded his countrys highest award The Medal of Honor ”For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above . . . — — Map (db m167318) WM
Lt. Gilmore's P-51B Propeller Tip. In honor of Dean R. Gilmore, 1st LT USAAF, 14 Nov 21 - 14 Nov 44. Winner of the Distinguished Flying Cross, Italy, 1944. Killed in a training crash in Lake Louisa on November 14, 1944. Lt. Gilmore and thousands of . . . — — Map (db m62012) HM WM
In Memory of
William Alfred Suggs
Born Jan. 1, 1919
Died Dec. 7, 1941
at Pearl Harbor
on USS Arizona
VFW Post 5277
Clermont, FL — — Map (db m244285) WM
In memory of the soldiers and Army nurses from the Golden Triangle Area who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, 16 December 1944 through 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxembourg. This major conflict with the German armies is regarded as the . . . — — Map (db m166537) HM WM
F. Brown Gregg
Captain in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II
Pilot in the 9th Air Force, 387 Bomb Group & 558 Bomb Squadron
Awarded the Silver Star and Air Medal with 6 Oak Leaf Clusters
for his 37 successful . . . — — Map (db m246855) HM WM
Captain Albert D. Wright
Eustis
Captain Wright entered the Union Army on August 15, 1862, where he was mustered in as a sergeant in Company A, 149th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. On April 20, 1864 he was transferred to the 43rd United . . . — — Map (db m247085) HM WM
Army Nurses
On December 7, 1941 there were fewer than 1000 Army nurses and of those 82 were in Hawaii. They were serving at the three hospitals and they were overwhelmed with hundreds of causalities suffering from severe burns and shock. . . . — — Map (db m246704) WM
WAVES
Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service
The womans branch of the United States Navy was established on 30 July 1942 by President Roosevelt this authorized the U.S. Navy to accept women into . . . — — Map (db m246677) HM WM
Women Marines
United States Marine Corps Womens Reserve
The qualifications for women who wished to become members of the WR (Womens Reserve) were quite rigid. United States citizenship: not married to a Marine: either single or . . . — — Map (db m247083) WM
This monument immortalizes the famous photograph taken by Associated Press photographer Joe Rosenthal during the American victory over Japan on the island of Iwo Jima on February 23, 1945. One of the most iconic images of World War II, the . . . — — Map (db m127696) HM
During World War II, nearly 50,000 soldiers earned their wings as aerial gunners at the Buckingham Army Air Fields (BAAF) Flexible Gunnery School. As one of only six gunnery schools in the United States, BAAF was in operation from 1942 until the . . . — — Map (db m127515) HM
Early in 1942, the United States Government leased 6,500 acres of mostly brush, palmetto trees, and in some places pine stumps left from previous logging operations, to establish a flexible gunnery training school on this site. Construction of the . . . — — Map (db m127516) HM
In 1947, an American "Friendship Train" traveled around the United States collecting large amounts of food and supplies from donors for transport to the people of France and Italy. These countries were hit the hardest during WWII and in desperate . . . — — Map (db m211149) HM WM
In October 1940, hundreds of laborers began clearing swampland for temporary quarters for Dale Mabry Army Air Base, named in honor of a young Tallahassee dirigible pilot who died in 1922 after serving in World War I. In 1941, America entered World . . . — — Map (db m79561) HM
Alachua County
1941 Alachua Army Base established to train WW II pilots
1942 County awarded National Service Certificate for
exceeding bond quota
Citizens Field & U.S. Navy Ship (DE-772) named in honor of
Hamilton . . . — — Map (db m210689) HM WM
Bay County
Here we honor the memory
of those who paid the ultimate price of freedom.
Cherish this gift.
Forever hold it in your heart.
Never forget the brave souls
who gave their lives
so we might live . . . — — Map (db m210691) WM
Bradford County
Honors and pays tribute to those who served in World War II.
Dedicated to those brave servicemen and women who served
our country with dignity and pride.
We will never forget your sacrifice for the cause of . . . — — Map (db m210370) WM
Broward County
To the greatest generation of Americans,
who have borne the battle, sacrificed their lives and
preserved the freedoms we enjoy today.
We will remember them forever.
We salute Broward Countys only Medal of . . . — — Map (db m210373) WM
Calhoun County
Even though Calhoun County ranks number 58 in state
population, this county has contributed greatly to
the State of Florida and to our great nation.
Calhoun County has produced many statesmen including
a . . . — — Map (db m210692) HM WM
Charlotte County
Established in September, 1943, Punta Gorda Airfield served as
an auxiliary training field for the Third Air Force Facility at
Saratoga Army Air Base. Fighter pilots trained in P-40s, P-47s, and P-51s.
The . . . — — Map (db m210382) HM WM
Citrus County
With deep gratitude and reverence,
Citrus County salutes its sons and daughters of the Greatest
Generation whose indomitable spirit, heroic sacrifices and
selfless devotion contributed immeasurably to the . . . — — Map (db m210693) WM
Clay County
From 1940 -1945, more than one million soldiers processed through the Camp Blanding Infantry Training Center and the Infantry Replacement Training Center in Clay County.
At its peak, the camp exceeded Floridas 4th . . . — — Map (db m210385) WM
Collier County
Home of the Army Air Corps Airdrome
City of Naples 1942 - 1947
Training gunners, bomber crews and fighter pilots for combat.
In honor of the 391 men and women from Collier County who proudly and bravely . . . — — Map (db m210711) WM
Columbia County
Lake City proudly boasts participation in WW II through the Naval Air Station which is located on the site of the Lake City Air Field.
NAS Lake City was commissioned in 1942. Navy and Marine pilots trained to . . . — — Map (db m210392) HM WM
Desoto County
Desoto County honors those residents who gave their lives
in the service of our country during World War II.
F. Addison G.F. Barr H.R. Caswell J.C. Chancy J.C. Chancy E.M. Connelly J. Denham O.D. . . . — — Map (db m210708) WM
Dixie County
Like patriotic Americans everywhere Dixie County responded to the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor by enlisting our finest in our countrys service. Approximately 865 men and women from our small, north Florida county served . . . — — Map (db m210413) HM WM
Duval County
In 1939, the citizens of Duval County purchased and donated the land used to establish Naval Air Station Jacksonville in 1940.
Naval Station Mayport and Cecil Field Naval Air Station were
similarly commissioned . . . — — Map (db m210751) HM WM
Escambia County
Escambia County, known as the cradle of naval aviation, is forever grateful for the extreme sacrifices made by the thousands of men and women of Escambia County who contributed to the Allied victory in WW II and to the . . . — — Map (db m210417) WM
Flagler County
WW II Military Bases
Bunnell NAS USCG Station US Army Signal Unit
Flagler County veterans who died on active duty during WW II
Howard Bankston, USMC, September 20, 1944 James B. Boone, COP, USN, . . . — — Map (db m210752) WM
Franklin County
World War II home of
Camp Gordon Johnston (amphibious training)
Apalachicola Auxiliary Airfield (air gunnery training)
Franklin County honors all those who served and sacrificed,
both military and civilian, . . . — — Map (db m210419) WM
Gilchrist County
To all who served, fought and died during World War II
1941 - 1945
We will never forget.
Gilchrist Floridas youngest county, established in 1926, has
always answered the call of freedom and honored . . . — — Map (db m210457) WM
Glades County
Glades County has a very patriotic history in the defense of our
county, particularly in WWII.
Glades County was represented in all branches of the military
between 1941 and 1945.
Many returned home, . . . — — Map (db m210765) WM
Hamilton County,
Small in size and population,
yet proud and great in our beliefs,
we stand for
freedom, honor and duty to country.
— — Map (db m210779) WM
Hardee County
Veterans from Hardee County,
who at the call,
left all that was dear to them,
endured hardships, faced danger
and finally passed out of sight of man
by the path of duty and self-sacrifice
giving their . . . — — Map (db m210459) WM
Hendry County
We proudly pay tribute
to those who left the safe confines of home in Hendry County
to serve their nation during World War II.
Many of whom made the ultimate supreme sacrifice for our freedom. We proclaim our . . . — — Map (db m210829) WM
Hernando County
Hernando County honors its fathers, mothers, sons and daughters and our current residents, who served during WW II.
We pay special tribute to 15 men who died in combat.
May they Rest In Peace.
Hernando . . . — — Map (db m210460) HM WM
Highlands County
Never Forget
There is nothing more valuable than freedom
and the price of that freedom is high.
USS Highlands (APA-119)
U.S. Navy Attack Transport Ship with two battle stars
Major Tommy . . . — — Map (db m210874) WM
Hillsborough County
Dedicates this memorial marker in memory of:
the 498 servicemen of Hillsborough County who sacrificed their
lives defending freedom during WW II,
the thousands of patriots of Hillsborough County who were . . . — — Map (db m210465) WM
Indian River County
During the war effort,
many Indian River County military personnel
made the ultimate sacrifice in pursuit of victory.
The county played a major role training naval air personnel.
The Vero Beach Naval . . . — — Map (db m210466) HM WM
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