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By Michael Herrick, April 15, 2011
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101 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Salisbury — Salisbury Veterans Monument
On Main Street at Library Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
Honoring the men and women of Salisbury Conn who served their country during past wars World War I Harry Ablahadian • Paul H. Andrews • Chester Atkins • Marvin L. Atkins • George Ball • William F. Bannahan • . . . Map (db m42099) WM
102 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Sharon — Sharon Veterans Monument
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 41) at Cornwall Bridge Road (Connecticut Route 4), on the right when traveling south on Main Street.
Revolutionary War Abel David • Abel Sluman • Abel William • Ackley Ariel • Ackley David • Ackley Jude • Ackley Thomas Jr • Ady Thomas • Allen Amos • Allen Ichabod • Ames Samuel • Andrews Abraham • Avery Daniel • Avery William • Bailey Joseph • . . . Map (db m58331) WM
103 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Thomaston — Thomaston Veterans Monument
On Main Street at Park Street, on the left when traveling south on Main Street.
Town Of Thomaston Dedicated In Honor Of Those Who Served [ far left tablet ] Wars And Conflicts Braucci, Andrew D.   Vietnam • Dipesa, John A.   Persian Gulf • Duffany, Lawrence F.   Vietnam • Grabherr, Edward T.   Vietnam • . . . Map (db m28575) WM
104 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Torrington — Torrington Veterans Memorial
On South Main Street at Litchfield Street (U.S. 202), on the left when traveling south on South Main Street.
This Memorial Records The Devotion Of The Sons And Daughters Of Torrington Who In The Hour Of Need Gave Their Services To Their Country Putting Honor And Duty Above Safety They Sought Not Glory But The Good Of Their Country And . . . Map (db m30459) WM
105 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Washington, Washington Depot — Washington Veterans Monument
On Calhoun Street (Connecticut Route 109) at Bryan Hall Plaza, on the right when traveling south on Calhoun Street.
[ top plaque ] The Citizens Of Washington Have Not Forgotten – In Honor And Grateful Memory Of The Veterans Of The Community Who Served In The Armed Forces Of The United States: For The Cause Of Liberty [ left plaque ] . . . Map (db m29322) WM
106 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Watertown — Watertown World War II Monument
On DeForest Street (U.S. 6) at Veterans Hill, on the left when traveling north on DeForest Street.
In Memory of the Sacrifices And the Efforts of the Citizens of This Town Who Served in World War II ( 1236 names are listed. The following were Killed In Action ) Atwood, Ellsworth B. ★ Baculus, Edward ★ Baldwin, . . . Map (db m120292) WM
107 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Watertown, Oakville — Oakville World War II Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 73) 0.1 miles north of Hillside Avenue, on the right.
Large Plaque: Dedicated to the honor and sacrifice of our men and women who served our country in World War II Honor Roll (646 names are listed. 23 with stars who did not return.) Erected to record their names by the citizens of . . . Map (db m19227) WM
108 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Winsted — Winchester World War II Memorial
On Park Place (Connecticut Route 8) at Main Street (Connecticut Route 183), on the left when traveling north on Park Place.
[ front ] Dedicated To Those Veterans of W W II Who Paid The Ultimate Price For Freedom Beeman H. • Bernstein D. • Brault A. • Canty J. • Carr J. • Derose W. • Dietlin K. • Dombrowski W. • Dyson G. • Eddy J. • English J. • Finn W. • . . . Map (db m29983) HM
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109 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Winsted — World War II Living Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 183) at Case Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
This Landscaping Is A Living Memorial For Those Who Served Their Country In World War II Winsted Woman's ClubMap (db m29985) HM
110 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Woodbury, Woodbury Center — Malcolm “Mac” Baldrige
Near Main Street South (U.S. 6) at Sycamore Ave (Connecticut Route 317).
In memory of long time neighbor and friend Malcolm “Mac” Baldrige 1922 – 1987 Soldier, Industrialist, Team Roper, Member Cowboy Hall of Fame, United States Secretary of Commerce 1981-1987, Recipient United States . . . Map (db m19502) HM
111 Connecticut, Litchfield County, Woodbury, Woodbury Center — Woodbury World War II Memorial
On Main Street South (U.S. 6) near Park Road, on the right when traveling north.
[Left Tablet] In honor of the men and women of Woodbury who rendered service World War II 1941-1945 Abbott, H. Ellsworth • Cole, Francis P. • Giggey, Kempton L. • Lundin, Frank G. • Atwood, Gilbert • Cole, Ralph E. • Gillis, Carter E. . . . Map (db m19853) HM
112 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Chester, Chester Center — Chester Veterans Monument
On Middlesex Turnpike (Connecticut Route 154) at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Middlesex Turnpike.
There Was A Time When The World Asked Ordinary People To Do Extraordinary Things To The Man and Women of Chester Who Served Our Country Dedicated May 2004 ( left panel ) World War II Kern, Frederick A. • Walden, Francis . . . Map (db m65998) WM
113 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Chester, Chester Center — Chester World War II – Korea Memorial
On Middlesex Turnpike (Connecticut Route 154) at Railroad Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Middlesex Turnpike.
Honoring All Who Served World War II   1941 1946 These Gave Their Lives George A. Butler • Allen W. Burton • Theodore P. Dreher • Arthur Going • Philip H. Kern • Anthony P. Narducci • Harold M. Perry • Richard L. Turner • George E. Watrous • . . . Map (db m65999) WM
114 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Deep River, Deep River Center — Columbia — Deep River Roll of Honor
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 154) at Lafayette Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Columbia, painted by C.D. Batchelor, Pulitzer Prize winning cartoonist, was dedicated by Gov. Raymond Baldwin in Nov. 1943 on the library grounds. By 1969 weather-time had caused decay in the wooden frame. A committee was formed to relocate and . . . Map (db m65684) HM WM
115 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Deep River, Deep River Center — Deep River Veterans Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 154) at Lafayette Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Deep River Roll Of Honor Our Country Tis Of Thee ( left panel ) Korea 25 Jun 1950   31 Jan 1955 John J Ziobron • Oscar A Buracchi • Donald G Hines • Vincent E Nucci • David C Turner • Anthony E Calarco • Robert C Benson • Richard H . . . Map (db m135523) WM
116 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Haddam, Higganum — Haddam Veterans Monument
On Saybrook Road (Connecticut Route 154) at Candlewood Hill Road, on the left when traveling north on Saybrook Road.
( south face ) In Honor Of The Men From Haddam Who Served In The World War And In Memory Of Those Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice Gustaf A. Andeen • Carl H. Anderson • Robert Anderson • Walter F. Bailey • John Bard • Joseph . . . Map (db m66207) WM
117 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Killingworth — Killingworth Veterans Monument
On Higganum Road (Connecticut Route 81) 0.1 miles south of Wolf Hollow Lane, on the right when traveling north.
( south side ) George A. Butter · George H. Cook · George Elovzin · Henry Gutt · Elville L. Harris · Albert E. Hartmann · Walter E. Hartmann · Norman M. Hatch · Eugene Huetter · Frank Kroupa · William Kroupa · George M. Keller · William . . . Map (db m100154) WM
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118 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Middlefield — Middlefield-Rockfall World War II and Korean Conflict Monument
On Jackson Hill Road at Main Street (Connecticut Route 157), on the right when traveling north on Jackson Hill Road.
Dedicated to the Men and Women of the Community of Middlefield-Rockfall Who Devotedly Served Their Country in World War II and the Korean Conflict Applegate, George H. Jr. • Arabasz, John • Arabasz, Joseph • Arabasz, Stephen • Augeri, Frank • . . . Map (db m94850) WM
119 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Middletown — Middletown World War II Monument
On Washington Street (Connecticut Route 66) at Veterans Way, on the right when traveling east on Washington Street.
World War II 1941 – 1945 Their devotion and sacrifices contributed to final victory Dedicated to the men and women of Middletown who served in the Armed Forces of their Country in time of war [inscribed on the tablet . . . Map (db m24205) HM
120 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Old Saybrook, Old Saybrook Center — Old Saybrook Veterans Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 154) at Old Boston Post Road, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
Erected By The Citizens Of Old Saybrook In Memory Of Her Sons Who Died At War World War I Harry Faulk World War II Gildo Baldoni • Robert Delap • Dominic Evangelisti • Wendel Fifield • Francis Dibble Harvey • John LaCastro • Robert . . . Map (db m78810) WM
121 Connecticut, Middlesex County, Westbrook, Westbrook Center — Westbrook World War II Monument
On Boston Post Road (U.S. 1) at Essex Road (Connecticut Route 153), on the right when traveling west on Boston Post Road.
In Grateful Appreciation To Westbrook’s Men and Women of World War II Who Stood - A Selfless Wall Against The March Of Greed They Fought For Peace – And Not Possession ★Calderari, Donald   ★Hoxsie, Theron E.   . . . Map (db m100210) WM
122 Connecticut, New Haven County, Ansonia — Ansonia Veterans Monument
On Main Street at Water Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Street.
[ Center Panel ] Lest We Forget This memorial is dedicated by the grateful citizens of the City of Ansonia to preserve and honor the memory of all those brave men and women who served our country so selflessly in time of conflict. . . . Map (db m25537) WM
123 Connecticut, New Haven County, Ansonia — In Memory of Warren J. Carver
Near Main Street at Water Street, on the right when traveling north.
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124 Connecticut, New Haven County, Bethany — Bethany Veterans Wall Of Honor
Near Beacon Road (Connecticut Route 42) 1 mile east of Dolly Drive, on the right when traveling east.
[ left panel ] Harold Durley USMC 1961 – 1964 • George D Vaill Sr USN WWII • Timothy L Vaill USN Vietnam • George D Vaill Jr. USAF Vietnam • Ernest Russell USA Korea • Harold E Lineweber USA Korea • Marcel J Lamy USA Korea • George P . . . Map (db m152578) HM
125 Connecticut, New Haven County, Branford, Branford Center — Branford Veterans Memorial
On Main Street near Town Hall Drive, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory of Those Who Served Those Who Were Disabled In Service And Those Who Gave Their Lives In World War II and the Korean Conflict VietnamMap (db m35587) WM
126 Connecticut, New Haven County, Branford, Branford Center — Branford World War II Memorial
On Eades Street at S Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Eades Street.
Life, to be sure, is nothing much to lose. But young men think it is - and we were young. George Adams · Elmer P. Anderson · James W. Barba · Bernard B. Brown · David O. Champagne · John W. Clark · William G. Colby · Arthur Morse Curtis · . . . Map (db m246101) WM
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127 Connecticut, New Haven County, Cheshire, Cheshire Village — Town of Cheshire Memorial Plaza
On South Main Street (Connecticut Route 110) at Wallingford Road, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
Honoring Our Veterans 1754 French and Indian War 1763 Reuben Hitchcock • Edward Parker • Ephraim Parker 1775 Revolutionary War 1783 Asa Bellamy • Justus Bellamy • Reuben Bellamy • Silas Bellamy • Asa Bronson • Elisha Cowles • Amos Parker . . . Map (db m22406) WM
128 Connecticut, New Haven County, Derby — Birmingham Iron Foundry Veterans Memorial
On Main Street at Water Street, on the right when traveling west on Main Street.
[ Right tablet ] Roll of Honor Employees Of Birmingham Iron Foundry Who Served Their Country In the World War 1917 – 1919 Dominick Ferrazzoli • J. Kanconvitch • August Romagnoli • Theodore V. Busk • Joseph . . . Map (db m25608) HM
129 Connecticut, New Haven County, Derby — Derby Veterans Monument
On Elizabeth Street at 5th Street, on the right when traveling north on Elizabeth Street.
[ West Face ] Dedicated To The Memory Veterans Derby, Conn. World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam [ Northwest Face ] Always Faithful [ Southwest Face ] This We’ll Defend [ Northeast . . . Map (db m25386) WM
130 Connecticut, New Haven County, East Haven, The Centre — East Haven World War II Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 100) at Hemingway Avenue (Connecticut Route 142), on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
1941     1945 East Haven World War II Memorial In Loving Memory of Our Sons Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice Sisto A. Aldieri • Frederic N. Burdette • John E. Cox • Thomas N. Fenney • Joseph Ferraiolo • Richard J. Fox • Kenneth H. Hall • . . . Map (db m35552) HM
131 Connecticut, New Haven County, Guilford, Guilford Center — Guilford World War II Monument
On Boston Street at Park Street, on the right when traveling west on Boston Street.
World War II 1941 – 1945 John C. Rebuzzini, W.T. 1st C. U.S.N. • Edward A. Norton, Pvt. U.S.A. • Donald C. Rood, P.F.C. U.S.A. • Pascoe C. Deaton, 1st Lt. U.S.A.A.F. • Leroy W. Scranton, Jr. MM. 3rd C. U.S.N. • Nicholas J. Gervasoni, T. . . . Map (db m57420) HM
132 Connecticut, New Haven County, Madison, Madison Center — Memorial to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam Veterans
On Meeting House Lane just west of School Street, on the left when traveling west.
The people of the town of Madison dedicated this memorial to its citizens who answered their nation's call to arms. Their sacrifice helped keep his nation free with special affection we honor those who gave their lives that we all may live in . . . Map (db m243262) WM
133 Connecticut, New Haven County, Meriden — World War II Roll of Honor
On Broad Street at East Main Street, on the left when traveling north on Broad Street.
City of Meriden World War II Roll of Honor [ The memorial consists of twelve bronze tablets. 5,280 names are listed. A small plaque labeled “Omissions” lists 102 additional names. ] [ The 144 names listed below . . . Map (db m26913) HM
134 Connecticut, New Haven County, Middlebury — Middlebury Veterans Memorial
On Whittemore Road (Connecticut Route 188) at Village Green, on the left when traveling west on Whittemore Road.
Middlebury Honors Those Who Have Served In The Wars Of Their Country French – Indian War Abner Munson Revolutionary War David Abbott, Benjamin Bemont, Aaron Benedict, Enos Benham, Samuel Benham, Edward Blackman, Michael Bowers, . . . Map (db m29503) WM
135 Connecticut, New Haven County, Milford — Milford Memorial Flag Pole
On Broad Street (Connecticut Route 162) at Center Street, on the left when traveling north on Broad Street.
[ panel 1 ] In Grateful Remembrance World War II 1941 – 1945 and Korean Conflict 1950 Adams, Thomas D. • Allison, Eli [ panel 2 ] Almquist, Edward F. • Anderson, Christian A. Jr. • Anderson, James H. • . . . Map (db m26312) WM
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136 Connecticut, New Haven County, Milford — Milford World War II Memorial
On Broad Street (Connecticut Route 162) at Armory Lane, on the left when traveling north on Broad Street.
Dedicated To All Who Served 1941   1945 World War II Map (db m26315) HM
137 Connecticut, New Haven County, Naugatuck — American Legion Post No 17 World War II Memorial
On Cedar Street at Church Street, on the right when traveling east on Cedar Street.
Roll Of Honor American Legion Home Naugatuck Post No 17 This Building Is Dedicated To The Memory Of These Men Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice In World War II And In Honor Of The Men And Women Of Naugatuck Who Served In The Armed . . . Map (db m83094) WM
138 Connecticut, New Haven County, Naugatuck — Naugatuck Veterans Monument
On Church Street at Division Street, on the right when traveling south on Church Street.
Naugatuck Honors the Men and Women who Served Their Country in Time of Need [ Center panel ] Vietnam Alho, Antonio L. • Brewer, Samuel A. • Carney, James P. • Fabrisi, Pail E. • Holland, Joseph P. • Schultz, John P. . . . Map (db m23918) WM
139 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Downtown — Glenn Miller
Near Grove Street at High Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory Major A. Glenn Miller 0505273 U.S. Army Air Force – W.W. II Born – Clarinda, Iowa – March 1, 1904 Missing in Action – Europe, Dec. 15, 1944 1943 – 1944 418th A.A.F.T.T.C. Band – . . . Map (db m49708) HM
140 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, East Shore — Roll of Honor
On Townsend Avenue at Beecher place, on the right when traveling south on Townsend Avenue.
Roll of Honor 1941     1945 In Memory of Our Comrades Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice In World War II Michael J. Canavan • John E. Cox • William H. Elliot • Harry I. Fowles • Raymond D. Flynn • Frank J. Fisco • Stephen Karako • Anthony . . . Map (db m35539) HM
141 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Edgewood — Holocaust Memorial Place
On Whalley Avenue (Connecticut Route 63) at West Park Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Whalley Avenue.
We Remember The Six Million Jews Who Were Murdered by the Nazis During World War II – 1939 – 1945 (5699 – 5705) Dedicated by The City of New Haven The New Haven Jewish Federation [ camp names inscribed on stones . . . Map (db m29050) HM
142 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Mill River — St. Stanislaus Servicemen
On State Street at Eld Street, on the right when traveling south on State Street.
In Honored Memory Of The Servicemen From St. Stanislaus Parish Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice In World War II Charles F. Awrajcewicz August 31 1943 England • Anthony S. Bednarczyk May 29 1944 Italy • Joseph W. Cerlanek June 22 1944 Burma • . . . Map (db m34733) WM
143 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Wooster Square — 11th Ward Veteran's Memorial
On Chapel Street at Wooster Place, on the left when traveling east on Chapel Street.
Erected In Memory Of Those From The 11th Ward Who Sacrificed Their Lives For Their Country During World War II 1950 Acampora, Albert • Aldieri, Sisto • Amorone, Benny • Arminio, John • Celio, Victor • Celone, Samuel • Corato, Peter • . . . Map (db m35310) WM
144 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Wooster Square — In Memory of Our Classmates
On Wooster Place at Greene Street, on the left when traveling north on Wooster Place.
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145 Connecticut, New Haven County, New Haven, Wooster Square — Memorial Playground
On Wooster Street at Warren Street, on the left when traveling east on Wooster Street.
Memorial Playground Dedicated October 2, 1955 This tablet is placed here in memory of these men who gave their lives for God and Country In World War II Benny Amarone • Michael Accurso • Andrew Carrano • Calvin Dortch • Biagio Dell . . . Map (db m35309) WM
146 Connecticut, New Haven County, North Branford — North Branford World War II Memorial
On Foxon Road (Connecticut Route 80) at Church Street, on the left when traveling north on Foxon Road.
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147 Connecticut, New Haven County, North Branford — North Branford World War II Monument
On Foxon Road (Connecticut Route 80) at Church Street, on the left when traveling north on Foxon Road.
North Branford 1st District Men and Women Who Served In World War II 1941 – 1945 Olaf Aho • Merwin Apelle • Willard Apelle • Charles Aronson • Gustave Aronson • William J. Aronson • Alfred Bahnsen Jr. • Raymond Bahnsen • Allen M. Bernard . . . Map (db m35649) HM
148 Connecticut, New Haven County, North Haven — North Haven World War II Monument
On Church Street (Connecticut Route 103) at Linsley Street, on the left when traveling south on Church Street.
[ center plaque ] World War II 1941 – 1945 This memorial has been erected by the Town of North Haven to honor its sons and daughters who served our country in its time of need. They sought not personal glory, but the . . . Map (db m28991) HM
149 Connecticut, New Haven County, Northford — Northford Veterans Monument
On Middletown Avenue (Connecticut Route 17) at Mansfield Drive, on the left when traveling north on Middletown Avenue.
Erected In 1920 By The Society Of Northford In Honor Of Her Sons Who Answered Their Country's Call 1776 Revolutionary War 1783 Ambrose Baldwin • John Baldwin • Phineas Baldwin • Samuel Bartholomew • Dan Bartholomew • Jacob Bunnell • Nathaniel . . . Map (db m35654) HM
150 Connecticut, New Haven County, Orange — Orange Veterans Monument
On Orange Center Road at Meetinghouse Lane, on the right when traveling south on Orange Center Road.
Amerigion Legion   Post 127 In Memory Of The Veterans Of The War of Independence War of 1812 Civil War Spanish American War World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam WarMap (db m27723) WM
151 Connecticut, New Haven County, Oxford — Our Hero Dead World War II
On Oxford Road (Connecticut Route 67) at Old State Road 3, on the right when traveling north on Oxford Road.
Our Hero Dead World War II Sgt. David S. Miles • Pvt. Albert Vaivoda • Capt. Kenyon S Congdon • 1st Lieut. Cornella A. Wyckoff, M.D. • P.F.C. Edwin H. Cassidy • P.F.C. S. Robert O’Donovan • Pvt. Alvin H. Treat • S/Sgt. Louis F. Smith • P.F.C. . . . Map (db m19477) HM
152 Connecticut, New Haven County, Seymour — Seymour Veterans Monument
On Derby Avenue near Broad Street (Connecticut Route 313), on the right when traveling west.
This Monument is Dedicated to Vietnam and Korean Veterans For Their Bravery And Courage In Fighting for Freedom Map (db m21959) WM
153 Connecticut, New Haven County, Seymour — Seymour World War I – World War II Memorial
Near Spruce Street at Garden Street, on the right when traveling west.
1917 – 1918   1941 – 1945 In Honor Of The Men and Women of Seymour Who Served in the Armed Forces of Our Country World War I [ The World War I tablet lists 327 names. The names listed below have a star indicating they did not . . . Map (db m27655) HM
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154 Connecticut, New Haven County, Southbury — Southbury Stops Nazi Training Camp — 1937
On S Britain Road (Connecticut Route 172) at E Flat Hill Road, on the left when traveling north on S Britain Road.
In this church, the citizens of Southbury met for a special town meeting on November 23, 1937, to create a zoning commission to prevent the establishment of Camp General von Steuben by the German-American Bund, a pro-Nazi organization. The camp . . . Map (db m210307) HM
155 Connecticut, New Haven County, Southbury — Southbury World War II Memorial
On Main Street South, 0.1 miles east of Flood Bridge Road, on the right when traveling east.
In honor of those from Southbury who served in the World War 1941-1945Map (db m19259) HM
156 Connecticut, New Haven County, Wallingford, Wallingford Center — Wallingford World War II Honor Roll
On South Main Street, 0.1 miles Prince Street, on the left when traveling north.
1941   Honor Roll World War II   1945 [ The seven bronze tablets list 2,090 names. The names listed below have a star indicating they did not return ] Arujo, Joseph J. • Bailey, John W. Jr. • Bartholomew, Harry L.J • Blaski, Henry A. • Budleski, . . . Map (db m27685) HM
157 Connecticut, New Haven County, Waterbury — Liberty – Victory House
On Silver Street Expressway (Connecticut Route 69) at East Main Street, on the right when traveling east on Silver Street Expressway.
During World War I and II, millions of dollars worth of Liberty, War and Victory Bonds were sold from this tiny house on The Green, demonstrating the commitment of Waterburians to freedom. Young men were encouraged to sign up for the duration at . . . Map (db m22367) HM
158 Connecticut, New Haven County, Waterbury — Pearl Harbor Memorial Bridge
On Freight Street aka Veterans Memorial Boulevard at Riverside Street, on the right when traveling west on Freight Street aka Veterans Memorial Boulevard.
[ south side of bridge ] In Memoriam Remember Pearl Harbor Keep America Alert! To Those Who Made The Supreme Sacrifice During The Attack On Pearl Harbor 07:55 AM, 7 December 1941 Dedicated By The Leopoldville Memorial . . . Map (db m36072) HM
159 Connecticut, New Haven County, Waterbury — The Navy Cross — Our Waterbury Heroes
On Thomaston Avenue at Boyden Street, on the left when traveling south on Thomaston Avenue.
It is our nation’s second highest military honor, awarded to three men from Waterbury. Let no one forget their personal valor, their courage, and their devotion to duty. Cpl. John J. Spillane U.S. Marine Corps, Company A, 2d Amphibian . . . Map (db m19692) HM
160 Connecticut, New Haven County, West Haven — First Avenue Honor Roll
On Captain Thomas Blvd, 0.1 miles south of Kelsey Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
First Avenue Honor Roll Dedicated to the Men of The United States Armed Forces Who Gave Their Lives In World War II, So That Democracy Might Live Joseph J. Bosta Thomas A. Kishel George A. Mascola Pacifico A. Migliore Jr. John . . . Map (db m27803) HM
161 Connecticut, New Haven County, West Haven — Painter Park World War II Memorial
On Kelsey Avenue at Bassett Street, on the left when traveling north on Kelsey Avenue.
World War II Dedicated To The Valiant Men And Women Who Gloriously Served Our Country In The Armed Forces Of The United States Of America Let us never forget their sacrifice [ plaque on north side ] To Our Honored . . . Map (db m28997) HM
162 Connecticut, New Haven County, West Haven — William A. Soderman — Congressional Medal of Honor
Near Captain Thomas Blvd, 0.1 miles south of Dyke Street, on the left when traveling south.
On December 17, 1944 Pfc. William A. Soderman, of West Haven, Company K, 9th Infantry, 2nd Infantry Division armed with a bazooka, defended a key road junction near Rocherath, Belgium. As the German artillery barrage pinned down troops around . . . Map (db m27867) HM
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163 Connecticut, New Haven County, Wolcott — Wolcott Veterans Monument
On Center Street (Connecticut Route 322) at Kenea Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Center Street.
To Those Who Served Our Country In Time of War They Gave Their Today For Our Tomorrow World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam War Persian Gulf War Iraqi Freedom Donated by Junior Womens Club of Wolcott Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1979 . . . Map (db m22368) WM
164 Connecticut, New London County, Bozrah — Bozrah World War II Memorial
On Fitchville Road (Connecticut Route 608) at River Road, on the right when traveling east on Fitchville Road.
In Grateful Memory Of Those Men And Women Of Bozrah Who Gave Themselves Unreservedly In The Hour Of Their Country’s Need In World War II ★Peter Janowicz · Lloyd T. Abel, Jr. · Fiore Antonaccio · Barbara K. Bathgate · Donald Beckwith · . . . Map (db m101709) WM
165 Connecticut, New London County, Bozrah — Bozrah World War II Monument
On Fitchville Road (Connecticut Route 608) at River Road, on the right when traveling east on Fitchville Road.
This memorial will forever honor the men and women who bravely served during the World War II era The actions of those who answered the call to duty will be remembered for their sacrifice in defense of freedom and liberty Lloyd T. Abel, Jr. . . . Map (db m101739) WM
166 Connecticut, New London County, Colchester, Colchester Center — Colchester World War II - Korean Conflict Monument
On Broadway Street at Main Street, on the left when traveling north on Broadway Street.
This Memorial Was Erected In Honor Of Those Men And Women From Colchester Who Served Their Country In Time Of Need. They Sought Not Personal Glory But The Preservation Of Liberty And Freedom. They Fought Against Aggression . . . Map (db m98968) WM
167 Connecticut, New London County, East Lyme, Niantic — East Lyme Veterans Memorial
On Main Street (Connecticut Route 156) at Pennsylvania Avenue (Connecticut Route 161), on the left when traveling east on Main Street.
[ left panel ] East Lyme Vietnam God Bless These Men Who Could Give No More * John M. Bath * Donald K. Walsh May We Always Remember - Never Forget – These Courageous Men From Our Town Who Fought For Right When So Much . . . Map (db m32329) WM
168 Connecticut, New London County, Franklin, North Franklin — Franklin World War II Monument
On Meeting House Hill Road at Pound Hill Road, on the right when traveling north on Meeting House Hill Road.
Honor Roll Dedicated by the Citizens of Franklin To Those Who Served in World War II 1941 - 1946 Richard E. Armstrong · Robert E. Armstrong · Walter V. Armstrong · John B. Ayer · Frank Babie · John Babie · Eugene J. Borque · Charles . . . Map (db m141212) WM
169 Connecticut, New London County, Griswold, Jewett City — Griswold World War II Monument
On E Main Street (Connecticut Route 201) at N Main Street (Connecticut Route 12), on the left when traveling north on E Main Street.
Dedicated by the Town of Griswold In Honor of Its Citizens Who Sacrificed and Served in 1941   World War II   1945 ★John Artecki, Jr. · ★Maurice Asselin · ★Omer G. Bachland · ★Alexander Budawei · ★Roland E. . . . Map (db m141077) WM
170 Connecticut, New London County, Groton, Conning Towers-Nautilus Park — Japanese Type A
Near Crystal Lake Road west of Connecticut Route 12 when traveling west.
During World War II, the Japanese "Type A" two-man mini-sub was carried "piggy back" by a mother ship, usually another submarine, to its area of operation. Type A submarines were used during the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and . . . Map (db m206621) HM WM
171 Connecticut, New London County, Groton — U.S. Submarine Memorial
On Bridge Street.
To perpetuate the memory of those gallant shipmates who gave their lives during World War II. Dedicated by U.S. Submarine Veterans of World War II. U.S. Submarines still on their last patrol. Sealion SS195 December 10, 1941; S-36 SS141 January . . . Map (db m104650) WM
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172 Connecticut, New London County, Groton — Wall of Honor — U.S. Submarine Memorial
On Bridge Street.
In grateful memory of these submariners who died in the service of their country during World War II. They stand in the unbroken line of patriots who have dared to die so that freedom might live. Their final resting places are known only to the . . . Map (db m104652) WM
173 Connecticut, New London County, Lebanon — Lebanon World War I – World War II Monument
On Trumbull Highway (Connecticut Route 87) at Exeter Road (Connecticut Route 207), on the left when traveling north on Trumbull Highway.
Dedicated By The People Of Lebanon In Honor Of Those Who Sacrificed And Served In World War I — World War II 1917   ★Louis Raymond Abel   1918 Kenneth I. Adams · Arthur Bellevance · Paul Blakeslee · Stanton L. Briggs · . . . Map (db m99017) WM
174 Connecticut, New London County, Montville, Uncasville — Montville World War II Monument
On Norwich-New London Turnpike at Maple Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Norwich-New London Turnpike.
Dedicated to the Honor and Sacrifice of our Men and Women Who Served Our Country in World War II Let None Forget They Gave Their All And Faltered Not When Came Their Call ( 458 names are listed ) Bileski, Walter J.★ · . . . Map (db m141090) WM
175 Connecticut, New London County, New London — Coast Guard Cutter Alexander Hamilton
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
United States Coast Guard Cutter Alexander Hamilton On 29 January 1942, after successfully rescuing the USS Yukon from an angry winter storm and towing her through the high seas and U-boat infested waters of the North Atlantic, the Alexander . . . Map (db m205246) WM
176 Connecticut, New London County, New London — Douglas Munro Hall
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Douglas Munro Hall This hall was dedicated on 16 August 1963 To the Memory of Signalman First Class Douglas Munro Who died heroically for his Country on the beaches of Guadalcanal 27 September 1942 and was awarded posthumously the . . . Map (db m205861) HM WM
177 Connecticut, New London County, New London — Honor Roll — 1941 - 1945
On Bank Street just west of Tilley Street, on the right when traveling west.
In tribute to the men from Niagara Engine Co. No. 1 and F.L. Allen Hook & Ladder Co. No 1 who served in the Armed Forces in World War II Niagara Engine Co. No 1 Babcock, William T. • Ballestrini, Morton W. • Beebe, Kenneth L. • . . . Map (db m227246) WM
178 Connecticut, New London County, New London — In Tribute to the Officers and Enlisted Men
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Tribute to the Officers and Enlisted Men of the United States Coast Guard who served aboard Destroyer-Escort Vessels of the United States Navy 1943 – 1946 Their efforts and valor are an integral part of the history of naval warfare. This . . . Map (db m205557) HM WM
179 Connecticut, New London County, New London — New London War Memorial
On Broad Street, on the right when traveling west.
[ Left Plaque : ] Korean Conflict This memorial is dedicated to those who served. When the call of their country was heard, self was forgotten. Their deeds and efforts shall never be forgotten. [ Right Plaque : ] Vietnam . . . Map (db m48851) HM
180 Connecticut, New London County, New London — Semper Paratus
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
Semper Paratus Let us pause to reflect on the 2403 who gave their lives in defense of liberty and freedom on December 7, 1941 and Let us honor the gallant men of the Coast Guard who were present and served aboard these ships on . . . Map (db m205825) WM
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181 Connecticut, New London County, New London — The United States Coast Guard Greenland Patrol
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
The United States Coast Guard Greenland Patrol World War Two 1940 – 1945 The Greenland Patrol was the longest continuous operation of military forces of the United States during World War Two Task force 24.8 Dedication from “Ice Brothers” – . . . Map (db m205545) HM WM
182 Connecticut, New London County, New London — US Coast Guard Memorial
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
SM 1/c Douglas A. Munro Medal of Honor For Extraordinary Heroism and Conspicuous Gallantry in Action Above and Beyond The Call of Duty “They gallantly gave up their lives in defence of our country” Alcorn, John, F1c · Barnhart, Edmund . . . Map (db m205247) WM
183 Connecticut, New London County, New London — USCG Mojave (W-47)
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
In Memory of the Officers and Men who served on the USCGC Mojave (W-47) on South Greenland Patrols during World War II. Dedicated 11 October 1996Map (db m205867) WM
184 Connecticut, New London County, New London — USCGA Class of 1944 Gazebo
Gazebo Donated By USCGA Class of 1944 Fiftieth Reunion 1993 In Memory of Classmates Who Died in World War II Charles Edward Johnson Aircraft Missing • Aleutians December 1, 1943. Charles Webster Valaer Lost USS Leopold (DE-319) . . . Map (db m205828) WM
185 Connecticut, New London County, New London — Well Done
Near Mohegan Ave. Pkwy. north of Williams Street, on the right when traveling north.
A "Well Done" to the officers and men of the United States Coast Guard Who served aboard the Patrol Frigates During World War Two. Their deeds are evidence of the best tradition of the United States Coast Guard. "Semper Paratus" USS . . . Map (db m205245) WM
186 Connecticut, New London County, New London, Fort Trumbull — Maury Hall — Building 28
Near East Street, on the left when traveling south.
Maury Hall, a substantial two-story concrete building, stood on this site from the 1930s or early 1940s until 1999. It served as classrooms for the U.S. Maritime Service officers’ training program at Fort Trumbull during Worl War II. Known to the . . . Map (db m48303) HM
187 Connecticut, New London County, New London, Fort Trumbull — Merchant Marine
Near East Street, on the left when traveling south.
The U.S. Merchant Marine played a crucial role in World War II, transporting supplies, ammunition, and troops across the ocean to the battle front. Even before the United States entered the war, the merchant fleet provided much-needed goods to the . . . Map (db m48394) HM
188 Connecticut, New London County, New London, Fort Trumbull — Scientific Research — World War II
Near East Street, on the left when traveling south.
Before the United States entered World War II, German U-boats again inflicted death and destruction on the seas by sinking Allied ships as they had in World War I. In January 1942, the month after the United States entered the war, the Germans . . . Map (db m48396) HM
189 Connecticut, New London County, New London, Fort Trumbull — United States Maritime Service Officers School
On East Street.
This monument marks the site of the largest United States Maritime Service Officers School during the course of events leading up to and including World War II. During this period 15,000 Maritime Service Officers were graduated and went forth to . . . Map (db m66449) HM
190 Connecticut, New London County, Norwich — Norwich World War II & Korean War Monument
On Washington Street at Williams Street, on the left when traveling south on Washington Street.
( east side ) 1941     1945 To Commemorate Those Who Served In World War II And To Those Who Paid The Supreme Sacrifice In Order That Our Nation May Continue To The Glory Of God And To Continue In His Principles Amongst Men . . . Map (db m101795) WM
191 Connecticut, New London County, Salem — Hiram Bingham IV
On Hartford Road (Connecticut Route 85) 0.3 miles north of Morgan Road, on the right when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m141147) HM
192 Connecticut, New London County, Salem — Salem World War II Monument
On Hartford Road (Connecticut Route 85) 0.3 miles north of Morgan Road, on the right when traveling north.
1941   1945 In Honor of the Citizens of Salem Who Served Their Country in World War II James H. Beebe, Jr. · Alfred M. Bingham · Charles V. Brown · Hugh Chappell · Frederick Cherrick · Edwin R. Coffey · Victor Connell · William A. Cusimano · . . . Map (db m141145) WM
193 Connecticut, New London County, Sprague, Baltic — Sprague World War II Monument
On W Main Street (Connecticut Route 207) at Main Street (Connecticut Route 97), on the left when traveling north on W Main Street.
To the Men and Women of the Town of Sprague Conn. Who Served Their Country in World War II The Following Men Made the Supreme Sacrifice Authier Joseph A. · Courtmanche Nelson · Ezepchik Edward · Marcil Alonzo · Piekarski Chester A. Adams . . . Map (db m141226) WM
194 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — "Hobey's Dock" — ★ In Memoriam ★
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) south of Bruggeman Place, on the left when traveling north.
Hobart Ford, Jr. Gunners Mate 2nd Class Attached to U.S.S. LST-531 Born September 17th, 1924 Lost in Action at Sea April 29th, 1945Map (db m227133) WM
195 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — Gerda III
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) south of Bruggeman Place, on the left when traveling north.
Built in 1928 for the Danish Lighthouse and Buoy Service, the Gerda III appears to be a common workboat. But in October of 1943, as the persecution of Danish Jews began, this lighthouse tender played a much more important role. . . . Map (db m226929) HM
196 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — Grand Banks Fishing Schooner Roseway
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) south of Bruggeman Place, on the left when traveling north.
Built: 1925, John F. James & Son, Essex, MA Length: 137' Beam: 25'
After a century of service, the Grand Banks fishing schooner Roseway is here at Mystic Seaport Museum for a major preservation . . . Map (db m226931) HM
197 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — Mystic Seaport Museum Sailing Center
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) south of Rossie Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Mystic Seaport Museum Sailing Center opened in 1961 and serves as the classroom space for the Museum's sailing and overnight programs. Students and campers in our overnight programs sleep next door on our tall ship the Joseph Conrad. . . . Map (db m226984) HM
198 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — 1987.77 — Schooner Brilliant
On Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) north of Bruggeman Place, on the left when traveling north.
Built: 1932, Henry B Nevins, Inc., City Island, NY Design: Sparkman & Stephens, Inc. Length: 61'6" Sparred Length: 74' Rig Height: 81' Draft: 9'8" Beam: 14'8"
The auxiliary . . . Map (db m226981) HM
199 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — 1947.1948 — Training Ship Joseph Conrad
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Connecticut Route 27) at Rossie Street, on the left when traveling north.
Built: Burmeister & Wain, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1882 Length: 111' Beam: 25" Draft: 12"
The veteran training ship Joseph Conrad sailed under three flags before permanently mooring at Mystic. . . . Map (db m226986) HM
200 Connecticut, New London County, Stonington, Mystic — 1947.1948 — Training Ship Joseph Conrad
Near Greenmanville Avenue (Route 27) at Rossie Street, on the left when traveling north.
Built: Burmeister & Wain, Copenhagen, Denmark, 1882 Length: 111' Beam: 25" Draft: 12"
The veteran training ship Joseph Conrad sailed under three flags before permanently mooring at Mystic. . . . Map (db m226989) HM

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