Dedicated to those who served and those who died while serving
Our Heroes
World War I
Herman Crosby Eurie Douglas Lanier Droke Robert H. Green Nick Johns Willie J. Jones Neal Langford Ervin Minton Ira McKinney . . . — — Map (db m207060) WM
Born 20 December 1929 at New Smyrna, Florida. Moved to Brevard County March 15, 1936. A 1948 graduate of Cocoa High School. Enlisted in the U.S. Army July 25, 1950. Killed in action June 24, 1951. His grave in Pinecrest Cemetery is properly marked. . . . — — Map (db m145975) HM WM
The Korean War began on June 25, 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea. Entry into the Korean Conflict by The United States was obtained from the United Nations. An armistice was finally agreed to and signed on July 27,1953. The border between . . . — — Map (db m195321) HM WM
Has been erected to Honor and Remember
All Veterans Who Died and Served in the
Cause of Freedom, Preserving Democracy of
South Korea 1950 – 1953 – and on
Against Communist Aggression
Freedom is Not Free
. . . — — Map (db m164614) WM
Awarded by the United States of America for “Conspicuous” Gallantry and Intrepidity at the Risk of His or Her Life above and beyond the Call of Duty while engaged in an action against any enemy of the United States. . . . — — Map (db m164675) WM
Born February 11, 1920 at Pensacola, Florida, he learned to fly while attending Tuskegee Institute and after graduation in 1942, continued civilian flight training until he received appointment as a Cadet in the Army Air Corps in January 1943. He . . . — — Map (db m177987) HM
In honor of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States of America and the families they left behind. The sacrifice will not be forgotten. — — Map (db m177676) WM
Top section of marker:
Old Glory
I Am The Star Spangled Banner.....
Conceived In 1777 Out Of Love
America Bore For Liberty And Honor.
I Am The Memorial Of Countless Heroes Who
Shed Their Blood To Preserve This . . . — — Map (db m115280) WM
Lt. Carl Bailey Cemetery has served this areas African-American community as a final resting place for over 120 years. The cemetery was called the Cleveland Cemetery, established in the 1880s on land owned by New York investor W. Irving Scott. The . . . — — Map (db m151119) HM
The Bailey Brothers served the United States of America honorably World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War
Archie and Josephine Bailey were married in 1905 and made Punta Gorda their home. They raised their large family in their . . . — — Map (db m249137) HM
Korea
Maj Daniel Francis Rooks
Pvt Arthur P. Carlsen
PFC Richard G. Sanders
Vietnam
Capt. William Hoover Craig Jr.
1st Lt. Stanley Gerald Hartson
Sgt. Carl Henry Joiner
WO Richard Smith Lowes
PFC Herbert . . . — — Map (db m77488) WM
The 538 is considered the best intermediate caliber dual purpose gun of World War II. It was in service from 1934 throughout the 1990s. In the naval gun measurement system the size of the gun is expressed as the diameter of its bore and the . . . — — Map (db m181480) WM
Front line, Ό-ton, 4X4 was a variant of the M-38A1 Military Jeep, with its body lengthened by twenty inches, heavier suspension, and provisions for three patients on litters. The spare tire and jerry can of the M-170 were mounted in the body tub . . . — — Map (db m181337) WM
With Americas armed forces completely integrated, the history of Black Floridian military service to this country cannot be separated from that of other citizens.
When the country called, citizens responded in varying degrees of fervor. . . . — — Map (db m178690) HM
World War II
Frank Addison Thomas W. Pate, Jr.
George F. Barr James M. Patterson
Hugh R. Cassels Pete Penuel
Joe C. Chancey Kenneth N. Perry
James C. Chancey Alfred W. Roe
Eugene M Connelly James C. Rogers
John . . . — — Map (db m211956) WM
We honor those who answered the call to defend a country they never knew and a pwople they never met.
(Korean text not transcribed) — — Map (db m239847) WM
(Side 1)
U.S. Merchant Marine
In Peace and War 1775
Dedicated September 14, 1999
Mayport Florida
In memory of the men and women
of all nations who loyally served
aboard United States merchant
ships . . . — — Map (db m137894) WM
After graduation from the Civilian Pilot Training Program, James stayed on as an instructor for the Army Air Corps Aviation Cadet Program. In July 1943, he was commissioned into the Army Air Corps himself, starting his military career. During . . . — — Map (db m298193) HM
[north side] Havana remembers those who paid the ultimate price in defense of America, its values, and interestsWorld War II US Army Sylvester P. Hamilton Guy Jones, Jr. Sam Ray Jones Ralph Overstreet . . . — — Map (db m299396) WM
In memory of
Gadsden County Veterans who gave
their lives during the Korean Conflict, Vietnam
Era, Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, Persian Gulf
Our Fallen Heroes
on renown eternal camping grounds,
their silent graves are spread, . . . — — Map (db m79719) WM
Dr. Joe Hendrix (1925-2002) arrived in Port St. Joe in 1953 to practice medicine with Dr. Albert Ward and Dr. Wayne Hendrix. In later years Dr. Joe created the Medical Clinic on this site where he served the community for 47 years, treating . . . — — Map (db m298998) 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
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
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
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
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
The President of the United States in the name of Congress takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor posthumously to
First Lieutenant
Baldomero Lopez
Marine Corps
for service set forth in the following
. . . — — Map (db m197426) WM
This bronze memorial depicts a Korean mother with her two children grieving her husbands death beside his rifle and helmet. A sad time for the whole family. — — Map (db m193451) WM
Citation:
For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Marine platoon commander of Company A, in action against enemy aggressor forces. With his
platoon Ist Lt. Lopez was . . . — — Map (db m194173) HM WM
This stone from the invasion beach at Incheon was provided by the City of Incheon, South Korea as a tangible reminder of the sacrifices made by the United States military to protect the freedom of a sovereign country. — — Map (db m193434) WM
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
During the Inchon invasion in Korea, September 15, 1950, Marine 1st Lieutenant Lopez's platoon was engaging the enemy. Exposing himself to hostile fire he attempted to hurl a grenade into the pillbox whose fire was pinning them down. Wounded, he . . . — — Map (db m31703) HM
3 F-80 Shooting Stars Fly to Korea In February 1951, MacDill's 307th deployed to Okinawa for the Korean conflict. It was one of the first units to move its fighting forces overseas. MacDill During Vietnam During the Vietnam conflict, . . . — — Map (db m34149) 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
(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
Korean War Memorial
Korean War Veteran Association
Indian River County, Chapter 318
25 June 1950 .27 July 1953
We All Gave Some Some Gave All
Casualties
54,246 Dead 185,284 Wounded
7,245 P.O.W. 8,175 . . . — — Map (db m186051) WM
(Front)
World War I
Alford, Carl H. Baker, Chester Baker, Golias Bell, William Z. Braxton, Thomas J. Brock, Emlon J. Caraway, Frank A. Cobb, Frank Crawford, Warren Dickson, Samuel B. Dudley, Joe C. Grier, . . . — — Map (db m265044) WM
You are not Forgotten Deceased KWVA Chapter 188 Member 11/17/2011 George McKinney 2001 Maurice Case 2003 Marty Abramowitz 2005 G P Sloan 2005 Nelson Detwiler 2006 Don Sams 2006 Andy Kraycirik 2006 Hans Krieger 2006 I W . . . — — Map (db m219533) HM WM
Korea
The Forgotten War
June 25, 1950 July 27, 1953
Killed in Action 36,574
Wounded in Action 103,284
Missing in Action 8,025
In honor and remembrance of
those who served and sacrificed to
promote freedom for all. . . . — — Map (db m257893) WM
In reverent memory of
the men of Mount Dora
who gave their lives in
The World War
Erected by
Mount Dora Post
American Legion
July 4, 1931 — — Map (db m143759) WM
This monument is dedicated to the Men and Women of Cedar Key who served their country in times of war.
World War II
12-7-41 12-31-45
Alford, Jack Alford, Peachman Allen, J. C. Allen, James Allen, Robert Andrews, Dan . . . — — Map (db m237730) WM
In memory of those
from Liberty County
who gave their life
for our liberty.
World War I
World War II
Martin V. Bateman Elton E. Chason Alfred L. Duggar Dewey T. Wood William B. Henderson Charlie M. Hinton Irving . . . — — Map (db m246848) WM
Dedicated Manasota Chapter 199 of Korean War Veterans Association to honor the spirit of the men and women who served in the United States and United Nations Armed Forces during the Korean War. — — Map (db m296075) WM
While serving in the Army during the Korean War, Coffee Butler performed for the troops. After his national service he played baseball professionally in Cuba and throughout the Caribbean until 1960.
Coffee gained recognition for sharing the . . . — — Map (db m243926) HM
Korean War Veterans
In memory of our loved ones who
went forth to face death on land
on the sea and in the air that
mankind might live in freedom
Yandal H. Marable Park Watson Howard Sands Ray Demeritt Hubert Dion Gerald . . . — — Map (db m225769) WM
Built in 1890 on the waterfront as a two-family dwelling for the base commandant and paymaster, this building was known as Quarters A and B. It was converted into a single-family residence in 1911. President William Howard Taft visited this site in . . . — — Map (db m32659) HM
This 327 foot long, 6,200 hp cutter with a crew of 300 served in World War II, Vietnam, and the Korean war. The Ingham received a record 35 awards and was the most decorated vessel of its time. During it's service December 15, 1942, the Ingham . . . — — Map (db m222494) HM WM
In memory of those who
made the supreme sacrifice
in all wars, POW and MIA
World War I
Cain, William R. USA · Harris, George O. USA
Cederstrom, Oscar. USA · Henderson, Horace J. USA
Copeland, Ernest USA · Hooten, Ralph . . . — — Map (db m99255) WM
Jonita Bonham was born on April 2, 1922 in Bennington, Oklahoma, After completing nursing school, she was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Army Air Corps Medical Corps 1944-1945. She served both in the Philippines and Japan after World War . . . — — Map (db m192280) HM
This 2,000 pound, A/N M-34, General
Purpose Bomb is dedicated to the
memory of all A.A.F. Bomb
Disposal/U.S.A.F. Explosive
Ordnance Disposal men who gave
their lives supporting Special
Operations missions during
World War II, the . . . — — Map (db m99856) WM
First production model August, 1943
Last flown in combat 9 November 1969
This aircraft memorial is dedicated to all USAF personnel who flew the A-26 in World War II, Korea and Southeast Asia. It especially commemorates all those aircrew . . . — — Map (db m99730) HM WM
The C–46 Commando aircraft is dedicated to the members of the 1st Air Commando Wing who served with distinction in this aircraft during its years of assignment to Hurlburt Field from 1962 to 1964.
The C–46 is one of only three . . . — — Map (db m99826) HM
This memorial is dedicated to the tradition, courage and sacrifice of those who value her in the defense of this nation.
Of all the airplanes ever built, the C-47 has far surpassed the others in faithful service, dependability and achievement. . . . — — Map (db m99740) HM
Medal of Honor Recipients
Korea
Maj. George A. Davis Jr. Feb. 10, 1952, Sinuiju-Yalu River, N.Korea
Maj. Charles J. Loring Jr. Nov. 22, 1952, Sniper Ridge, N.Korea
Maj. Louis J. Sebille Aug. 5, 1950, Hamch'ang, . . . — — Map (db m99916) WM
(center panel)
To the memory of those who
gave their lives in World
War I & II
Korea
Clarence Alderman Donald G. Barber Henry T. Bass Jr. Albert Berka Jr. William Goodwin Vernon M King Claude Leitner Durward . . . — — Map (db m272956) WM
In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice
NavyAir Force
World War II
LT. Col George B. McMillan
Vietnam
Maj. Marion E. Reed
Army
World War I
Apr. 6, 1917 - Nov. . . . — — Map (db m212340) WM
Freedom is not a
cost free product
t is paid for with
the blood
and lives
of our Veterans.
H. Norman Schwarzkopf
General, U.S. Army
(Retired)
World War I
KIA
Arnett, Wylie Bekeart, John G. Boone, Raymond L. . . . — — Map (db m216801) WM
In Memoriam of Men & Women who served our Country World War II John Saclarides Mar. 5, 1922 Aug. 16, 1944 John Fountouklis Sept. 12, 1922 Aug. 21, 1944 Anthony Antonoglou July 23, 1922 Nov. 1, 1942 Alan Roberts Aug. 31, 1919 Jan. 5, 1945 . . . — — Map (db m216432) HM WM
This memorial is to honor all U.S. military veterans for serving our country with honor & self sacrifice to insure the freedom of the greatest country in the world United States of America Dedicated Nov. 11, 2006 American . . . — — Map (db m57357) WM
Dedicated to the 1,600,000 Americans who served in the Korean War from June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953. Often called The Forgotten War, the Korean War was one of the bloodiest in history. Over 136,000 Americans were killed or wounded in battles at . . . — — Map (db m193661) WM
1950 1955
Erected to perpetuate
the honored memory of
these citizens
Putnam County, Fla.
who gave their lives
in the Korean Conflict
Pleze Anderson Thomas L. Bell Walter W. Downing Connie W. Jones Henry R. McGauley . . . — — Map (db m78110) WM
July 10, 1950
Battle of Chochiwon
July 19, 1950
Battle of Taejon
August 4, 1950
Battle of the Pussan Perimeter
September 16, 1950
The Pohang Breakout
November 27, 1950 . . . — — Map (db m153182) WM
Ship's Bell Of
USS Kenneth Whiting (AV-14)
Presented To Santa Rosa County
By The
U.S. Naval Auxiliary Air Station
Whiting Field
21 October 1961 — — Map (db m151841) WM
At the end of World War II, Korea was divided into two parts, north and south, at the 38th parallel. Troops from the Soviet Union occupied the north and the United States forces occupied the south with the intention of eventually unifying the . . . — — Map (db m74149) HM
In grateful appreciation for all those who served
their country during times of war and peace
Thankful recognition is also extended to the
wonderful community of residents for their
support from 1942 to 1968.
City of Sanford . . . — — Map (db m136764) WM
(side 1)
In November 1942, NAS Sanford was commissioned to meet the need for additional naval aviation training facilities. Originally planned for bomber training, within a year it converted to fighter plane training. A major portion of . . . — — Map (db m278674) HM
In Memoriam
Speartips Combat Deployments
(Southeast Asia)
USS Constellation (CVA-64) 28 March 1967 – 4 December 1967
USS America (CVA-66) April 1970 – 21 December 1970.
USS Constellation (CVA-64) 5 January 1973 . . . — — Map (db m137117) HM WM
Charlie King Cpl, USA Korea Andy C Morales Sgt, USA OIF Kenneth R Bell Cpt, USA WWII Henry C Brokmeyer Sgt, USA WWII Allvin M Collin Pvt, USA WWII Sam Diggrs Pvt, USA WWII Willie Floyd Sgt, USA Eugene Harris Pfc, USA WWII Brian J . . . — — Map (db m214430) WM
Memorial
To Those Who Gave Their Lives
In The Service Of Their Country In
World War II
“St. Johns County, Florida”
“Through 1946”
Army
Adams, Horace H. Babcock, Elliot C. . . . — — Map (db m143655) WM
Korea Defense Veterans
Dedicated to all
Korea Defense Service Veterans
who served in defense of the Korean Peninsula
and to all who made the ultimate sacrifice
from July 28, 1954 to present
Donated by
Korean War . . . — — Map (db m200790) WM
We all gave some Some gave all
Casualties
54,246 Dead
103,284 Wounded
7,245 P.O.W.
8,176 Missing
God Bless all our veterans
A nation that fails to honor its heroes soon will have no heroes to honor . . . — — Map (db m201146) WM
187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team
In memory of our paratrooper comrades,
who made the supreme sacrifice on the
battlefields of Korea (1950–1953). They answered
the call to defend a country they did not know
and a . . . — — Map (db m147838) WM
Dedicated To All
Korean Service Veterans
Who Served In Defense
Of The Korean Peninsula
And To All Who Made
The Ultimate Sacrifice
From June 25, 1950 To Present. — — Map (db m147943) WM
Dedicated to all veterans of
the Americal Division
World War II
Korea
Vietnam
Nov. 11, 1991
South Last Chapter
Americal Division Veterans Assn. — — Map (db m146516) WM
For he today that shed his blood with me
shall be my brother
Henry V. Shakespeare
Yalu River China Chosin Reservoir Hungnam Inchon Seul Pusan
The Chosin Few
Korea
Nov. - 1950 - Dec.
We few ---
We . . . — — Map (db m146529) WM
The first war in which a world organization, the United Nations (UN), played a military role. The Korean War was a major challenge for the United Nations, which had come into existence only five years earlier. United Nations military lost 628,833 . . . — — Map (db m229965) HM WM
The Forgotten War is what the Korean War of 1950 through 1953 has been deemed, for many, it was a war that does not bring anything to memory. But for those who fought in it, and the family members who had loved one who fought and died, it has many . . . — — Map (db m229979) HM WM
W W I Neal Langford W W II Herman Bryan Gordon Coffin Seeber Buck Crawford John W. Dennison Jack Dyer Wilburn McCall Earl Rhoden Dennis Edgar Roberts Ernest E. Roberts Korea John William Carter Harley Joe . . . — — Map (db m220552) WM
Sparked by global Cold War tension, United Nations forces, led primarily by the United States, intervened to support South Korea. After an almost two-year stalemate, where battles raged but no land was gained, a protracted armistice negotiation . . . — — Map (db m154874) WM
