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By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, April 22, 2023
Veterans Park Marker
301 ► Arkansas, Poinsett County, Harrisburg — Veterans Park —
On North Main Street at Court Street, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
This park dedicated to the men and women of the armed forces who have sacrificed to ensure the liberties we now enjoy — — Map (db m221250) WM
302 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Jacksonville — 118 — Marmaduke-Walker Duel —
On South First Street (Arkansas Route 161) at Lakeshore Drive, on the right when traveling south on South First Street.
Following the Aug. 27, 1863, battle at Bayou Meto, Confederate Gen. John Marmaduke asked to be removed from under Gen. Lucius M. Walker’s command. The two generals were at odds over actions at Helena and Brownsville earlier in 1863. Marmaduke’s . . . — — Map (db m116265) HM
303 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Jacksonville — Veterans Memorial — Bell Tower —
On North Hospital Circle just north of West Main Street, in the median.
In lasting memory of veterans of all wars — — Map (db m183211) WM
304 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Community Outreach — To the Memory of all Men and Women —
Near Barber Street just north of East 25th Street, on the right when traveling north.
This facility is dedicated to the men and women who answered their country's call to service. Their inspiring contribution will help preserve in the hearts and live of all Americans the spirit of patriotism, the love of Country and the willingness . . . — — Map (db m180368) WM
305 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Arkansas Medal of Honor Monument —
Near Woodlane Street.
(Marker consists of over 20 panels as displayed below) — — Map (db m62978) WM
306 ► Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Gibraltar Heights — In Memory of All Veterans of Foreign Wars —
On Gamble Road near Kanis Road, on the right when traveling west.
In memory of all veterans of foreign wars — — Map (db m183117) WM
307 ► Arkansas, Randolph County, Pocahontas — In Memory of all Comrades Buried in this Cemetery —
On U.S. 67 north of Betty Drive, on the right when traveling north.
This flagstaff donated by the following Randolph County veterans organization in memory of all comrades buried in this cemetery. — — Map (db m261014) WM
308 ► Arkansas, Randolph County, Pocahontas — Veterans Memorial —
On West Broadway Street (State Highway 90/115) at Van Bibber Street, on the left when traveling west on West Broadway Street.
To those who served Freedom is not free — — Map (db m172331) WM
309 ► Arkansas, Saline County, Benton — Saline County's Everlasting Tribute —
On N. Main Street at W. Sevier Street, on the right when traveling south on N. Main Street.
Saline County’s Everlasting Tribute Here we enshrine forever the glorious memory of the living and the dead who through their valiant efforts and bitter sacrifice kept us a free people Theirs Not to Reason Why, Theirs But to Do . . . — — Map (db m96594) WM
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310 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Defending Freedom — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
I never saw such fighting done as was done by the negro regiment…The question that negroes will fight is settled; besides they make better soldiers in every respect than any troops I have ever had under my command.—General Blunt after . . . — — Map (db m59021) HM
311 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Fort Towson Trail —
On Garrison Avenue at Towson Road, on the right when traveling west on Garrison Avenue.
First survey General B.L. Bonneville 1827 Marked by Daughters of the American Revolution 1932 — — Map (db m236819) HM
312 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Fort Wall — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Security has always been a concern for the U.S. military. The army designed the second Fort Smith (1838-1871) as part of a line of forts from Minnesota to Louisiana to separate the territory occupied by Native American tribes from that settled by . . . — — Map (db m59020) HM
313 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Officer’s Garden — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
"The walls were almost hidden by a wealth of vines and foliage, and the enclosed space was as green as nature and care could make it. Beautiful flower beds were kept well tended by the soldiers and added greatly to the beauty of the . . . — — Map (db m58615) HM
314 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Old Commissary —
On Parker Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
This building, on the N.W. bastion of the wall, was the commissary of the fort. Built in 1839, used until 1871 when the fort was abandoned as a military post. From 1861-65 it served as a hospital, guard house, and refuge, now a museum. Erected . . . — — Map (db m57921) HM
315 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Purple Heart Memorial — Combat Wounded Veterans —
On Rogers Avenue east of 6th Street ( Highway 255), on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to all men and women wounded in all our wars.
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country’s way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my . . . — — Map (db m92352) WM
316 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Bastion That Never Was — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
When army engineers originally designed the second Fort Smith in 1838, they planned for it to withstand attack. A key feature in achieving this goal was a stone wall about twelve feet high and from two to three feet thick. This wall surrounded the . . . — — Map (db m58434) HM
317 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Commissary Storehouse — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
This is the oldest building still standing in Fort Smith. Originally built as part of a larger fortification, over the years its appearance and use changed dramatically. The building held supplies used by explorers and soldiers, played a crucial . . . — — Map (db m58493) HM
318 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Flagstaff — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
The U.S. Army built the original flagstaff at the second Fort Smith in 1846. As with many western military posts, the flagstaff stood tall so that its flag could be seen for miles. To attain a height of nearly 100 feet, the army joined two poles in . . . — — Map (db m58432) HM
319 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Guardhouse, 1849-1871 — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Park Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
The guardhouse, constructed in 1849, was a focal point of daily activity at the second Fort Smith. Not only did the men assigned to guard detail operate out of this building, but the officer of the day, who was responsible for the daily business of . . . — — Map (db m58132) HM
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320 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Officer’s Quarters — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
You are now standing on what was once Officer’s Row at the second Fort Smith. From 1846 to 1865, two large buildings stood on the western edge of the parade ground and provided housing for officers and their families. Unlike the cramped quarters of . . . — — Map (db m58618) HM
321 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — The Parade Grounds — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Park Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
For more than thirty years during the mid-1800s, soldiers drilled on the large parade ground before you. Flanked by the officer’s quarters to the right and the enlisted men’s barracks on the left, the parade ground was the center of life at the . . . — — Map (db m58125) HM
322 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Welcome to Fort Smith — Fort Smith National Historic Site — National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior —
On Parker Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Founded in 1817 by the U.S. Army to contain a volatile Indian feud, Fort Smith later served as a major supply depot for western military posts, and finally as headquarters of the Federal Court for the Western District of Arkansas. For over 80 years, . . . — — Map (db m59027) HM
323 ► Arkansas, Sharp County, Cave City — In Honor of all who Served —
On S. Main Street near E. Spring Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of all who served — — Map (db m242695) WM
324 ► Arkansas, St. Francis County, Forrest City — Old Courthouse Bell —
On South Izard Street south of Court Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
This bell rang from the bell tower of the magnificent courthouse that graced this site for seventy-nine years before the present structure was built in 1976. The former courthouse was built in 1897 by Judge John S.R. Cowan of Hughes at a cost of . . . — — Map (db m172208) HM WM
325 ► Arkansas, St. Francis County, Forrest City — Veterans Memorial —
On South Izard Street just south of Court Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
In God we Trust Dedicated to veterans of St. Francis County To the gallant men and women who served their country during Peace time and war with honor. We shall not forget — — Map (db m172205) WM
326 ► Arkansas, Union County, El Dorado — O.L. Bodenhamer Memorial Park —
On North West Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of Major O. L. Bodenhamer June 27, 1891 - June 19, 1933 National Commander 1929-1930 The American Legion — — Map (db m305143) WM
327 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — 936 Field Artillery Battalion —
On South School Avenue south of West Willoughby Road, on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to those who served and those who waited HQ & HQS Battery Austin, Carl D. ∙ Baldwin, Alvin E. ∙ Bartle, Billy J. ∙ Blake, Harold G. ∙ Blood, Rueben S. ∙ Bohannan, Billy W. ∙ Brown, Marion E. . . . — — Map (db m62976) WM
328 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — First Marine Division Memorial —
Near South Lt Col Leroy Pond Avenue south of National Street.
Dedicated to those men of the First Marine Division, FMF who gave their lives in the service of their country World War II Korea Vietnam Southwest Asia — — Map (db m224110) WM
329 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — POW/MIA Memorial —
Near North Campus Walk south of West Maple Street.
In honor and memory of all Prisoners of War & Missing in Action both returned and unreturned, from all conflicts. — — Map (db m224352) WM
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330 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Purple Heart Memorial —
On North College Avenue.
Purple Heart Memorial Combat Wounded Veterans Dedicated May 20, 2005 — — Map (db m78035) HM
331 ► Arkansas, White County, Beebe — Beebe Gold Star Family Memorial Monument —
On West Dewitt Henry Drive (State Highway 367) just west of West Mississippi Street, on the right when traveling west.
This monument pays tribute to the sacrifices made by families who lost a loved one in military services to the United States of America. The heritage and patriotism of the Beebe community is depicted in the first scene. The second scene . . . — — Map (db m183679) WM
332 ► Arkansas, White County, Beebe — Beebe Veteran's Monument —
On North Pecan Street at West Devitt Henry Drive (State Route 367), on the right when traveling north on North Pecan Street.
[The memorial consists of 4 steles arranged around a flagpole. Each side has 2 sides, an "inner" side facing the flagpole.] [East stele, west (inner) side] Built by a community with love for the veterans who protected their . . . — — Map (db m183153) WM
333 ► Arkansas, White County, Judsonia — In Memory of the Defenders of the Union — 1861-1865 —
On Judson Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
In Memory of the Defenders of the Union 1861-1865 Erected by W.T. Sherman Post No. 84. G.A.R. 1894 — — Map (db m234494) WM
334 ► California, Alameda County, Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley — Jos. H. McCourt / Bruno L. Putzker —
Near Center Street, on the left when traveling east.
In Memoriam Jos. H. McCourt 1877 – 1900 Co. F. 8th Cal Inf. U.S.V. – Co. I. 35th Inf. U.S.V. ——— Bruno L. Putzker 1880 – 1899 Btry. K. 3rd U.S. Army Berkeley men killed in action in . . . — — Map (db m52400) HM
335 ► California, Alameda County, Berkeley, Downtown Berkeley — Veterans Memorial Building — Henry H. Meyers, Architect, 1928 — City of Berkeley Landmark,designated in 1985 —
Near Center Street east of Martin Luther King, Jr. Way, on the left when traveling east.
In the early 1920s Alameda County voters approved a special tax to construct buildings that would honor war veterans and provide a meeting place for their organizations. The City of Berkeley contributed the land for this building. Designed in the . . . — — Map (db m52399) HM
336 ► California, Alameda County, Oakland, Middle Harbor Shoreline Park — Rear Admiral R.J. "Bear" Arnold, U.S.N. —
Near Middle Harbor Road.
Point Arnold is named after Rear Admiral R.J. "Bear" Arnold, U.S.N.. During World War II, Arnold earned the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism as the supply officer on the USS YORKTOWN at the Battle of Midway. Chief of the Bureau of Supplies and . . . — — Map (db m62994) HM
337 ► California, Amador County, Jackson — Amador County Veterans' Memorial —
On California Route 49, on the right when traveling south.
In memory of all men and women who honorably served in the armed forces of the United States of America — — Map (db m72084) WM
338 ► California, Calaveras County, Angels Camp — Veterans Memorial Hall —
On Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of the men and women who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of the United States of America. February 25, 1967 — — Map (db m19333) HM
339 ► California, Calaveras County, Copperopolis — The Copperopolis Bell and Cannon —
Near Baker Street near Main Street.
[Displayed at the Copperopolis Elementary School are a bell and a cannon along with their accompanying markers:] The Bell This bell cast in 1860, the first school in Copperopolis in 1862. The bell yoke shows repair, break . . . — — Map (db m19793) HM
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340 ► California, Calaveras County, Murphys — Ebbetts Pass Veterans Memorial —
Near South Algiers Street 0.1 miles south of Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to honor and revere the sacrifices of all those who have served their country — — Map (db m66146) WM
341 ► California, Contra Costa County, Richmond — Richmond Native Sons, and Daughters of the Golden West Veterans Memorial —
Near Barrett Avenue near 27th Street.
Presented by the N.S.G.W. No. 217 and N.D.G.W. No. 147 of Richmond In memory of those who served the United States in time of war. — — Map (db m144414) WM
342 ► California, El Dorado County, Coloma — Coloma Greys
On Highway 49 (Main Street) at Bridge Street, on the left when traveling north on Highway 49 (Main Street). Reported permanently removed.
This building, perhaps originally a livery stable, was the armory for the Coloma Greys, a local volunteer militia company. After the Greys disbanded in 1862, the building was used as a carriage house by Elias Weller, who lived in the large white . . . — — Map (db m17222) HM
343 ► California, El Dorado County, Coloma — Coloma Greys —
On Coloma Road (California Route 49) at Mt Murphy Road, on the right when traveling south on Coloma Road.
This building, was the armory for the Coloma Greys, a local volunteer militia company who organized in 1857. A.A. Van Guelder was chosen as captain and the group attended the first Military Encampment in 1859. The Greys disbanded in 1862 due to . . . — — Map (db m215206) HM
344 ► California, El Dorado County, Georgetown — Georgetown Blues —
On Wentworth Springs Road north of Georgetown Road ( Highway 193), on the left when traveling north.
A Military Company Was Organized At Georgetown In August 1859, Called The Georgetown Blues This Is In Honor Of Them, And Dedicated To All United States Veterans Who Have So Honorably Answered Their Nation’s Call To Duty America . . . — — Map (db m55078) HM
345 ► California, El Dorado County, South Lake Tahoe — South Lake Tahoe Library Veterans Memorial —
On Rufus Allen Blvd at U.S. 50, on the left when traveling north on Rufus Allen Blvd.
To all Veterans of All Wars this monument is dedicated this day 31 May 1999, to honor all the courageous young men and women, both living and deceased who served in all wars and conflicts and did their duty no matter where they served . . . — — Map (db m113201) WM
346 ► California, El Dorado County, South Lake Tahoe — Veterans Memorial —
On Lake Tahoe Blvd (U.S. 50) east of Wildwood Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
This memorial is dedicated to all from our community who gave their lives and have served our country from all branches of service. We thank you for your sacrifice and you can rest assured that we will support your families and friends. You have . . . — — Map (db m113200) WM
347 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — Purple Heart Memorial — Combat Wounded Veterans —
On Tulare Street near Van Ness Street, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the recipients of this nation's oldest military decoration "The Purple Heart" 1782 The Military Order of the Purple Heart 1932
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country’s way . . . — — Map (db m41059) WM
348 ► California, Glenn County, Orland — Orland’s Cannons —
On 4th Street at Shasta Street, on the right when traveling north on 4th Street.
This 57 mm anti-tank gun M1 was one of 16,000 built between 1941 and 1944 for the U.S. Army. Pulled by an armored half-track, the M1 weapon used armor-piercing ammunition and was widely used in the European theater of operations. It . . . — — Map (db m173311) HM WM
349 ► California, Imperial County, Felicity — 985 — Site of Camp Pilot Knob —
On Sidewinder Road North at Tucker Road, on the right when traveling south on Sidewinder Road North.
Camp Pilot Knob was a unit of the Desert Training Center, established by General George S. Patton Jr., to prepare American troops for battle during World War II. It was the largest military training ground ever to exist. At the peak of activity here . . . — — Map (db m50590) HM
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350 ► California, Imperial County, Niland — Camp Dunlap —
On Main Street at Route 111, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Three miles east of Niland are the remains of Camp Dunlap, established 15 October 1942 as a training base of the 12th Marines, the Artillery Regiment of the 3rd Marine Division. The camp was named in honor of Brigadier General Robert H. Dunlap, . . . — — Map (db m172159) HM
351 ► California, Imperial County, Palo Verde — Camp Gaston — Est. 1859 —
On Ben Hulse Highway (California Route 78) at 1st Street, on the right when traveling south on Ben Hulse Highway.
Near this spot, situated on the west bank of the Colorado River, about 45 miles north of Fort Yuma, Camp Gaston was established in 1859 by Captain Henry S. Burton, Company F 3rd Artillery. The camp served as a supply post for the Hoffman Expedition . . . — — Map (db m138177) HM
352 ► California, Inyo County, Big Pine — Big Pine Veterans Memorial —
On Three Flags Highway (State Highway 395) at County Route 168, on the right when traveling north on Three Flags Highway.
The Big Pine Veterans Memorial was established by the Big Pine Civic Club in the year 2000 to honor all veterans of the Owens Valley. The 80-foot tall pole proudly displays the "Stars and Stripes" with the California State flag and the POW/MIA . . . — — Map (db m54427) HM
353 ► California, Inyo County, Death Valley National Park — Star Wars Canyon — Military Training — Rainbow Canyon —
On California Route 190 37 miles east of U.S. 395, on the left when traveling east.
Before you is part of one of the largest military aircraft training areas in the U.S. It has been used continuously since the 1930s. Much of what is now the western portion of Death Valley National Park was added under the condition that . . . — — Map (db m194626) HM
354 ► California, Inyo County, Death Valley National Park, Furnace Creek — Vietnam Veterans Memorial — Furnace Creek —
Near California Route 190 1 mile north of Badwater Road, on the left when traveling north.
“Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” Dedicated to the American people in memory of the spirit of the Vietnam Veteran by the Vietnam Veteran - Death Valley Marathon team and the . . . — — Map (db m271534) HM
355 ► California, Inyo County, Independence — 349 — Camp Independence —
On Shabbell Lane 0.3 miles north of U.S. 395, on the right when traveling north.
At the request of settlers, Colonel George Evans led a military expedition to this site on July 4, 1862. Hence its name “Independence”. Indian hostilities ceased and the camp closed. War again broke out in 1865 and the camp was reoccupied as Fort . . . — — Map (db m2954) HM
356 ► California, Kern County, Arvin — Arvin Veterans —
On Campus Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated with Pride and Appreciation to All Military Personnel from the Arvin and Lamont Area "Operaton Desert Storm" Janice Acree • Jose A. Garza • Javier Almaguer • Steven M. Gutierrez • John Alverez • Ted Johnson • Joe Baltierra • . . . — — Map (db m59203) HM
357 ► California, Kern County, Arvin — Bakersfield National Cemetery —
On California Route 223 0.8 miles south of Route 58, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the memory of all the patriotic men and women who answered their country's call to service. George W. Bush, President of the United States. James B. Peake, Secretary, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. William F. . . . — — Map (db m59200) HM
358 ► California, Kern County, Bakersfield — Camp Hamilton — Veterans Memorial Park —
Near Lerdo Highway 1 mile west of Route 65, on the right when traveling west.
This plaque is dedicated to the men and women who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America and to all the first responders of this great nation. Their dedication and commitment to the principals and values of our . . . — — Map (db m247132) HM
359 ► California, Kern County, Bakersfield — Eternal Flame —
On East Potomac Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
We salute All Veterans Who Lie In God's Quiet Garden or Beneath His Murmuring Waves — — Map (db m55746) HM
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360 ► California, Kern County, Bakersfield — Kern County Veterans — "Grove of Honor" —
On Alfred Harrell Highway, on the left when traveling west.
. . . — — Map (db m231870) WM
361 ► California, Kern County, California City — California City Veterans Memorial — In Memoriam —
Near Randsburg Mojave Road near 20 Mule Team Parkway, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to all American war veterans who have made the supreme sacrifice. American Legion Post No. 476, California City, California - 1979. "Lest we forget" — — Map (db m243245) WM
362 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-101B “Voodoo” — McDonnell —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
Originally developed from the McDonnell XF-88 penetration fighter, the F-101 was designed as a long-range bomber escort for the Strategic Air Command. The prototype made its first flight at Edwards AFB in September 1954. When high-speed, . . . — — Map (db m115497) HM
363 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-104A “Starfighter” — Lockheed —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
The first XF-104 made its initial flight here at Edwards AFB in February 1954. In May 1958, a YF-104A set a world speed record of 1,404.19 mph over Edwards, and in December 1959, an F-104C set a world altitude record of 103, 395 feet here. The . . . — — Map (db m115470) HM
364 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-105D “Thunderchief” — Republic —
Near Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
The YF-105 completed its maiden flight at Edwards AFB in October 1955, easily exceeding Mach One, even though it was powered by a J57 engine - much less powerful than its projected power plant, the J75. The D-model “Thud” added water injection to . . . — — Map (db m115494) HM
365 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-106B “Delta Dart” — Convair —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
The F-106 Delta Dart had a long and illustrious career at Edwards AFB. The prototype A-model made its first flight here on 26 Dec 56. On 15 Dec 59, Col Joe Rogers piloted as F-106 A to a world speed record of 1,525.695 mph (Mach 2.41) here. In Apr . . . — — Map (db m115495) HM
366 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-16B — "Fighting Falcon" —
Near Popson Avenue near Wolfe Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
When first flown at Edwards AFB on January 20, 1974, the YF-16 was the most advance fighter in the world. The F-16B is a combat-capable two-seat version of the production F-16A. To date, over 4,000 F-16s have been manufactured worldwide and 122 B . . . — — Map (db m115097) HM
367 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — F-86F — "Sabre" —
On Popson Avenue near Wolfe Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The F-86, the Nation’s first swept-wing jet fighter, made its initial flight at what is now Edwards AFB on October 1, 1947. The first production model flew on May 20, 1948 and on September 15, 1948 an F-86A streaked to a world-record 670.9 mph. . . . — — Map (db m115092) HM
368 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — Leaps in Technology —
Near Popson Avenue near Wolfe Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The United States Air Force has always relied upon the application of leading-edge technologies to fulfill its mission of airpower projection. From the XP-59 of 1942 to the B-2, C-17, and F-22 of today, the Flight Test Center has been essential to . . . — — Map (db m115095) HM
369 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — Rocket Site — AIAA Historic Aerospace Site —
Near Mercury Boulevard 2.5 miles east of Rocket Site Road.
Leading the vision and evolution of Air Force rocket propulsion technology from its earliest days, the Rocket Site's men and women and their unique research, development, and test facilities have provided the discoveries, developments, and . . . — — Map (db m153378) HM
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370 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — TF-102A “Delta Dagger” — Convair —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
The F-102 was developed from the Convair XF-92 delta wing research aircraft of the late 1940s and the prototype made its initial flight in October 1953 at Edwards AFB. It became operational with the Air Defense Command in 1956. At the peak of . . . — — Map (db m115469) HM
371 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — YC-15 — McDonnell Douglas —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
Two built by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) as Advanced Medium STOL Transport (AMST) with Short Take Off and Landing ability. First flight 26 Aug 1975, landing at Edwards AFB. Pioneered supercritical wing on large aircraft; advanced airlift state . . . — — Map (db m115466) HM
372 ► California, Kern County, Edwards AFB — YF-100A “Super Sabre” — North American —
On Rosamond Boulevard 10 miles east of Route 14, on the right when traveling east.
The F-100 was the USAF’s first operational aircraft capable of flying faster than the speed of sound (760 mph) in level flight. The prototype YF-100A made its initial flight on 25 May 1953 and the first production aircraft was completed in October . . . — — Map (db m115496) HM
373 ► California, Kern County, Kernville — Kernville Veterans Memorial —
On Wofford Heights Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
Dedicated to American Prisoners of War and Missing in Action The Loneliest Prayer As I squat here in this lonely place A man maybe even you forgot, I wonder Am I in living hell? Am I alive or not? I think its more than ten . . . — — Map (db m27367) WM
374 ► California, Kern County, Lebec — Camel Brigade —
Near Lebec Road (Interstate 5), on the left when traveling north.
The first and only "Camel Brigade" of the United States Army Commanded by Lt. Edward F. Beale 1857-1864 San Antonio, Texas to Fort Tejon, California — — Map (db m140695) HM
375 ► California, Kern County, Lebec — Camel Trail Terminus — Fort Tejon —
On Fort Tejon Road west of Interstate 5.
Jefferson Davis, “Father of National Highways,” as Secretary of War 1853-57 sponsored the importation of 33 camels for transporting military supplies to the west coast. The camel trail survey ran from San Antonio, Texas to Fort Tejon which marks the . . . — — Map (db m32823) HM
376 ► California, Kern County, Lebec — The Camels of Fort Tejon —
Near Fort Tejon Road near Interstate 5, on the right when traveling south.
In 1856 the U.S. Army started an experiment using camel for supply transport in the southwest. The camels proved ill suited to the American southwest. In November 1859 a civilian contractor turned over 28 camels to the Army at Fort Tejon. . . . — — Map (db m32821) HM
377 ► California, Kern County, Mojave — YB-49 "Flying Wing" — Glen Edwards Memorial —
On La Vista Avenue 0.2 miles west of Neutralia Road, on the left when traveling west.
In memory of the crew of the YB-49 "Flying Wing" who lost their lives in the pursuit of aviation: Daniel H. Forbes Jr. · Glen W. Edwards · Charles H. LaFountain · Edward L. Swindell · Clare C. Leser June 5, 1948 . . . — — Map (db m294017) HM
378 ► California, Kern County, Ridgecrest — F11 F-1F "Super Tiger" — Carrier-launched Fighter -- world Record Holder —
On Las Flores Avenue 0.1 miles east of China Lake Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
The Grumman F11 F Tiger (later F-1 1 A) was a new-technology, supersonic follow-on to the F9F Cougar/Panther fighters. The Tiger went to the Fleet in 1957 but served actively only until the Spring of 1961; the type remained in training . . . — — Map (db m272477) HM
379 ► California, Kern County, Ridgecrest — F-18A Hornet — 160775 — 1978 — 2007 —
On Las Flores Avenue east of China Lake Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
This is the first McDonnell-Douglas F/A-18A Hornet, first flown in November 1978. The F/A-18 has been and continues to be a major asset in Naval Aviation. Starting with the 1986 strikes against Libya and currently with the fight . . . — — Map (db m272404) HM
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380 ► California, Kern County, Ridgecrest — MK IV Special Weapon —
On Las Flores Avenue 0.1 miles east of China Lake Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
A more sophisticated follow-on to the MK III "Fat Man" implosion-type device that was detonated over Nagasaki on 9 August 1945 to force an end to World War II. This was the first production model. It was in service stockpiled from 1949 to . . . — — Map (db m153188) HM
381 ► California, Kern County, Ridgecrest — North American T-39D Sabreliner —
On Las Flores Avenue 0.1 miles east of China Lake Boulevard, on the left when traveling east.
Designed as a mid-sized business jet by North American Aviation, its name was derived from the similarity of the shape of its wing and tail to the F-86 Sabre jet, also designed by North American. The aircraft on display came to the . . . — — Map (db m272476) HM
382 ► California, Kern County, Taft, San Emidio — Gardner Field — WWII Army Airfield —
On Basic School Road at Gardner Field Road, on the right when traveling north on Basic School Road.
Gardner Field 1941 to 1945 985 Acres 350 Civilians Employed 3050 Soldiers Trained 8,916 Cadets Trained Honoring Major John H. Gardner Dedicated to the memory of John H. Gardner, Major, Air Corps. Born at . . . — — Map (db m285788) HM
383 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — Duty~Honor~Country —
On West F Street, on the right when traveling west.
The Sacrifices of few ensured the freedom of many. A grateful community remembers those who served in the Armed Forces of the United States during time of war and peace, whose courage and personal sacrifices defended and preserved our freedom. — — Map (db m79895) WM
384 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — Freedom Plaza and Tehachapi Visitor Center —
On Tehachapi Boulevard at S Curry Street, on the left when traveling west on Tehachapi Boulevard.
This plaza was constructed to honor our nation's military and the many brave men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom. The visitor center will also welcome visitors to Tehachapi and provide them with information about . . . — — Map (db m309971) WM
385 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — Tehachapi Eastside Cemetery War Memorial —
On Burnett Road, on the right when traveling west.
In Honor of all Tehachapi Veterans Past, Present, Future — — Map (db m231046) WM
386 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — Tehachapi Veterans Memorial —
On Tehachapi Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
United States Army: This We'll Defend June 14, 1775 United States Marine Corps: "Semper Fidelis" Always Faithful November 10, 1775 United States Navy: "Non sibi sed patriae" Not Self But Country October 13, 1775 United States Air Force: . . . — — Map (db m234143) WM
387 ► California, Kern County, Tehachapi — Tehachapi Westside Cemetery War Memorial —
Near Enterprise Way west of Mill Street, on the left when traveling west.
In Honor of All Tehachapi Veterans Past, Present, Future — — Map (db m231047) WM
388 ► California, Los Angeles County, Altadena — Buffalo Soldiers —
On Loma Alta Drive east of Lincoln Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, African American soldiers played a major role in the United States military. These men were known as the Buffalo Soldiers. Buffalo Soldiers was a nickname given by Native Americans to . . . — — Map (db m251709) HM
389 ► California, Los Angeles County, Arcadia — Merchant Marine — Arcadia Veterans Memorial —
On Campus Drive 0.6 miles east of Baldwin Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
On June 12, 1775, a party of Maine mariners, armed with pitchforks and axes, inspired by the news of the recent victory at Lexington, used an unarmed lumber schooner to surprise and capture a fully armed British warship, HMS Margaretta. . . . — — Map (db m259766) HM
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390 ► California, Los Angeles County, Avalon — Avalon Veterans Memorial —
Near Pebbly Beach Road east of Crescent Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This memorial is dedicated to all veterans - men and women - who have served their country in harm's way in all branches of the armed forces of the United States of America. — — Map (db m69087) WM
391 ► California, Los Angeles County, Beverly Hills — Roxbury Memorial Park —
Near Roxbury Drive just south of Olympic Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Beverly Hills Mayor Paul E. Schwab and the City Council dedicated Roxbury Park on October 30, 1930. The park consisted of fifteen acres and was constructed in phases over a two-year period. On May 30, 1932, the Beverly Hills American Legion . . . — — Map (db m279807) HM
392 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — Burbank Veterans Memorial — Requiem — Sculptor: Erwin Binder —
On Riverside Drive east of Bob Hope Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Burbank's tribute to great Americans, the Defenders of the Constitution, yesterday, today and tomorrow. Funded by: A collection of proud patriots assembled by Mr. Bob Hope and Mayor Michael R. Hastings. May 27, 1988. . . . — — Map (db m246613) WM
393 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — F-104 Starfighter — 1954 — Lockheed —
On Tulare Avenue west of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling west.
Designed by C.L. Kelly Johnson in 1952, the F-104 Starfighter made its initial flight in 1954 as the XF-104. It was the first production aircraft to fly at twice the speed of sound and held numerous airspeed and altitude records. On May 18, . . . — — Map (db m272604) HM
394 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — F-117 Nighthawk — 1981 — Lockheed —
Near Tulare Avenue west of Hollywood Way.
[Contrary to] sleek aircraft designs preferred by Skunk Works founder Kelly Johnson, the F-117 Nighthawk's unique design enabled it to reflect radar waves. With its angular panels bolstered by an external coating of radar-absorbent material, . . . — — Map (db m272624) HM
395 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — F-22 Raptor — 1997 — Lockheed —
Near San Fernando Blvd south of Cohasett Street.
After nearly 44,000 wind tunnel test hours, 13,000 material sample tests, six years of development, and a trio of program rephasings mandated by Congress, the F-22 was finally airborne. The Raptor 4001, the first F-22 air dominance fighter, . . . — — Map (db m272623) HM
396 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — McCambridge Park Veterans Memorial —
On San Fernando Boulevard at Amherst Drive, on the right when traveling north on San Fernando Boulevard.
In memory of those founders and patriots of this country who served and gave their lives with unselfish bravery and devotion destroying tyranny and oppression thereby establishing and defending liberty and justice for all mankind. . . . — — Map (db m249984) WM
397 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — P-38 Lightning — 1939 — Lockheed —
Near Tulare Avenue west of Hollywood Way.
First conceived in 1937 by Lockheed chief engineer Hall L. Hibbard and his then assistant, Clarence "Kelly" Johnson, the twin-boomed P-38 was the most innovative plane of its day. With its distinctive design, the P-38 was sleek but its twin . . . — — Map (db m272618) HM
398 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank — P-80 Shooting Star — 1944 — Lockheed —
Near Tulare Avenue west of Hollywood Way.
Conceived in 1943, the Skunk Works division in Burbank, CA was formed by innovator Kelly Johnson to build America's first jet fighter. German jets had appeared over Europe. Uncle Sam needed a counterpunch, and Johnson got a call. As with . . . — — Map (db m272621) HM
399 ► California, Los Angeles County, Burbank, Warner Bros. Studios — Warner Brothers War Memorial —
Near Warner Boulevard near Riverside Drive.
On June 27, 1942, the First Motion Picture Unit, U.S. Air Force, was officially constituted and activated by orders of the Adjutant General of the United States Army. The First Motion Picture Unit produced films for our soldiers . . . — — Map (db m217303) WM
400 ► California, Los Angeles County, Lancaster — Captain Iven Carl "Kinch" Kincheloe, Jr. — USAF —
On Lancaster Boulevard east of 10th Street West, on the right when traveling east.
Iven Carl Kincheloe was the "first of the Spacemen". In September 1956, he was the first human to fly beyond 100,000 feet when he piloted the Bell X-2 (#1) to 126,200 feet (23.9 miles). He was the holder of several X-2 records. A . . . — — Map (db m223398) HM

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