[East Face]
In Memory of All
Who Followed the Flag From
1861 to 1865
Living and Dead.
Erected 1903
SHILOH
[South Face]
This monument is erected
by the Grand Army of the Republic
Women's Relief Corps, Sons of . . . — — Map (db m34161) HM
Lest We Forget
This memorial is dedicated
to the men and women of
Bond County who served in
the Armed Forces of the
United States of America
Dedicated Nov. 11, 1997
In memory of those from
Bond County who gave their lives . . . — — Map (db m34189) WM
In memory of the
who are buried in
Bond County
Amos Balch Ansel Birge
Welshier Buchanan William Burgess
Allen Comer John Etzler
Daniel Ferguson John Floyd
Boling Grigg Bonham Harlan
T. S. Hubbard Joseph Hunter . . . — — Map (db m34127) HM
Major Francis M. Long was employed as a hotel keeper in Taylorville at the time of his enlistment on July 26, 1861. When Frank joined the service, he was a 23 year old, single man who stood five feet five and one-half inches. He had blue eyes and . . . — — Map (db m237261) HM WM
Dedicated to the men and women
Who have served their country in
All branches of military service
I pledge allegiance to the flag of
the United States of America and
to the republic for which it stands.
One nation under God, . . . — — Map (db m227401) WM
Erected and dedicated to the principals of patriotism. True patriotism is the foundation upon which this nation of ours must stand. Patriotism is not alone the privilege of adults; but belongs to the youth, if our country is to live. . . . — — Map (db m228230) WM
This fountain was erected in memory of Theodore Roosevelt, twenty-sixth president of the United States, with a fund contributed by individuals and by the Chicago Zoological Society. — — Map (db m231696) HM
[The park includes 10 stones with bronze tablets, which were relocated from Veterans Memorial Circle in 2022. Eight of the markers are dedicated to the veterans of specific wars: The Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II, the Korean . . . — — Map (db m236735) WM
In Memory of
Lt. Joseph T. (Jay)
McKeon Jr. Park
U.S. Marine Corps
Born December 13, 1943
Killed in action:
Vietnam: May 18th, 1967 — — Map (db m235385) WM
M-60 Main Battle Tank
54 ton 105 MM. gun. 50 cal. machine gun.
750 HP diesel engine. 4 man crew.
This type used in "Desert Storm" 1991
A memorial to all of the men and women from
the East Side neighborhood who answered
our country's . . . — — Map (db m237905) WM
Dedicated to the
men and women of Sauganash
who served their country in
1941 World War II 1945
[Honor Roll of Veterans]
[Died in Service]
Lemuel Day J. Donald Gibe
John T. Hartney Elmer Julius
Charles Kulieke Theodore . . . — — Map (db m94318) HM
Born Norwich Vt.
Nov. 29, 1834
Died Near Rome Ga.
Oct. 29, 1864
Charleston Ft. Donelson
Shiloh Corinth
Champion Hills Miss
Vicksburg
Pleasant Hill La — — Map (db m94333) WM
In recognition for their ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam this memorial is dedicated with Honor,
Gratitude and Pride to
Pfc. G. Kasper Pfc. D. Fries Capt. D. Luster — — Map (db m238982) WM
[Front:]
1947 2001
[Rear:]
God Country Honor Duty
Walter J. Sawkiw
Memorial Walkway
Dedicated Veterans Day
November 11, 2023
For his outstanding efforts in the Ukrainian American community, to include the acquisition . . . — — Map (db m240079) WM
2nd Lieutenant Air Force U.S.A.
HQ. & HQ. SQ. 20th Bomber Command
World War II
HQ. 437 Troop Carrier Wing
Korean War
Died Japan March 25, 1951
BSM [Bronze Star Medal] — — Map (db m94372) WM
Born December 30, 1847
Died March 12, 1902
These Tablets Containing
Selections from his
Public Utterances
are dedicated by
The John P. Altgeld
Memorial Association . . . — — Map (db m94388) HM
The City of Countryside dedicates this Memorial Park in appreciation for the contributions made by the men and women who served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America. To preserve the principles of justice, freedom and democracy. — — Map (db m237652) WM
In memory of
Specialist John R. Sullivan
101st Airborne Division
(The Screaming Eagles)
Killed during Iraq Conflict
November 15, 2003 — — Map (db m237653) WM
In loving memory of the brave men and women of Elmwood Park who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in foreign wars and conflicts for this great nation.
U.S. Air Force:
S/Sgt James P Madsen Jr., United States Army Air Forces, KIA World War . . . — — Map (db m240315) HM
[South-facing side, etched into the stone:]
Born Feb. 5, 1896, Alachata,
Asia Minor.
Killed in action near
Belleau Woods, France
July 18, 1918.
Pvt. 1st Cl. Co. H 103rd Inf.
26th Div. U.S. Army A.E.F.
Posthumously awarded . . . — — Map (db m239679) WM
[Plaque on the left:]
Roger C. Lovett Raymond M. Lohmann Clifton J. Floyd Harry C. Halladay Egbert L. Halladay Dana B. Thrasher George D. Snow Albert William Bloss Darwin Curtis Kenneth Curtis Lyndon Henry Lesch Roderick . . . — — Map (db m239777) WM
In honor of our sons, our husbands, our brothers and fathers who answered the call to arms in 1917-18, this memorial fountain is given to Edward Hines Jr. Memorial Hospital by the Cook County Council of the American Legion Auxiliary. — — Map (db m239655) WM
This park is dedicated to the memory of P.F.C. Thomas Earl Conner U.S.M.C. P.F.C. Thomas Heise U.S.M.C. who gave their lives for their country in Vietnam. Let none forget they gave their all and faltered not when came the call. — — Map (db m238765) WM
Many Black slaves fled from the antebellum south and gained their freedom by secretly traveling through the "Underground Railroad" route during the mid 1800's. A "Ten Mile Freedom House" providing shelter for the "Underground Railroad" travelers . . . — — Map (db m231844) HM
Honor Roll
That the memory of the boys of this community who gave their lives and their services in defense of their country and to perpetuate its ideals, shall live as an inspiration to courage and patriotism
Harry E Arnold ·
Robert W . . . — — Map (db m225225) WM
In memory of
PFC Robert Emmett Murphy USMC
Killed in action on Saipan in the Pacific-WW II
He gave his life for our freedom
We miss you, Bob
Your friends at Carroll & Lincoln
July 26, 1925 - July 8, 1944 — — Map (db m226939) WM
In order to construct a paved highway across America it was necessary to english nationwide, public support for the first coast-to-coast roadway. It was decided the highway would be dedicated to the martyred President Abraham Lincoln. Naming this . . . — — Map (db m172987) HM
Honor Roll
This tree
dedicated by the Citizens Patriotic
League & Womens' Auxiliary of the
85th District in memory of the
boys who made the supreme
sacrifice in the World War
1914 ☆ ☆ 1918
Harold H. Ahlborg . . . — — Map (db m233848) WM
Dedicated to the memory of the men from this community who gave the last full measure of devotion in World Wars I and II
World War I
Albert Edward Moore James P. Quinn Rev. Hedley Heber Cooper
World War II
Donald Arthur . . . — — Map (db m233548) WM
[POW-MIA Monument]
This memorial is dedicated to the memory of all prisoners of war and all those missing in action, in all wars and conflicts past present and future.
[Women's Monument:]
All America honors women service . . . — — Map (db m231793) WM
These trees were planted by the citizens of DeKalb County in honor of our country's bicentennial. This horizons project affirms our faith and pride in the United States and our hope and love for it. May future citizens enjoy this area and remember . . . — — Map (db m203047) HM
This fountain is given by Elmhurst citizens and organizations so that this and future generations may share his beauty and tranquility and be reminded of our national heritage. — — Map (db m236994) WM
To Those Who Gave All --
We honor and pray for eternal rest.
To Those Who Are Missing In Action --
We express remembrance and hope.
To Those Who Were Wounded In Action -
We honor you.
To Those Who Were Prisoners of War . . . — — Map (db m59438) HM
The City and County
of Effingham
erect and dedicate
this monument to the
memory of
Lord Thomas Howard
Earl of Effingham
who with courage and loyalty
to his principles
of freedom and justice
resigned his commission as
deputy . . . — — Map (db m59441) HM
Dedicated to all veterans of
Effingham County who served
in the Armed Forces
of the United States of America
Dedicated Nov. 11. 1991 — — Map (db m59483) WM
Dedicated in remembrance
of our veterans
Memorial Day 2001
by
their friends and families
Conceived by
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Post #9770
Brownstown, Il.
Killed in Action
L.H. Foley · M. Forbis · R.O. Cortelloni · C. . . . — — Map (db m59628) WM
We dedicate this memorial
to the men and women
whose names are listed on
the tablets before you.
They left this community to
serve with honor and dignity
and to preserve freedom
around the world.
"Never in the course of history . . . — — Map (db m59624) HM
Born in Kentucky. Father of James W. Berry. Territorial Auditor. State Auditor of Public Accounts 1819-31. Co-Editor of "Illinois Intelligencer", Kaskaskia 1817-20. President of State Bank 1837. Black Hawk War soldier. Father-in-law of Gov. W. L. . . . — — Map (db m42383) HM
Dedicated to all veterans
of Fayette County who
served their country
in the Armed Services of
the United States of America
Dedicated May 30, 2002 — — Map (db m42538) HM
Born in Hanover. Member of Ernst Colony. Merchant. Paymaster in Blackhawk War 1832. Division Quarter Master in Illinois Militia - Colonel 1834. House of Representatives 1846-48. — — Map (db m42411) HM
Half an acre of this Old State Burial Ground was laid off for state officials in 1835. Although exact location is unknown, it is thought to be in this area. In 1874 the monument and remains were moved to South Hill Cemetery. Four Representatives . . . — — Map (db m42421) HM
John B. E. Canal
A representative from
Madison County in the
General Assembly of Illinois
Born at Baltimore
June 24, 1809
Died at Vandalia
December 31, 1830
Benjamin A. Clark
Representative of the
General Assembly . . . — — Map (db m42627) HM
On June 12, 1823, the Third General Assembly, meeting in the newly formed city of Vandalia, conveyed one and one-half acres of land to the city of Vandalia, with the proviso that the land be used as a burial ground. This is the location of that . . . — — Map (db m42428) HM
N·S·D·A·R Memorial
to the
Pioneer Mothers
of the
Covered Wagon Days
The Cumberland Road.
Built by
the Federal Government.
Was authorized by Congress
and approved by
Thomas Jefferson in 1806.
Vandalia marks the . . . — — Map (db m42341) HM
Born in Kentucky. State Printer. Publisher of Laws of United States. Editor of newspaper "Illinois Intelligencer" 1825-32 and Co-Owner with James Hall 1829-32. House of Representatives 1832. Senate 1838-40. Black Hawk War soldier. . . . — — Map (db m42376) HM
Wooten Harris Henry Ginger
John Morrell Thomas Mahon
John Diamond Isaac Martin
Joseph Evans Benjamin Todd
Michael Tedrick James Virden
James S. Carson Rev. Henry Walker
James Cheshier Thomas Craig Sr.
Harris Reavis . . . — — Map (db m42536) HM
The third capitol building owned by the state was restored as a memorial in 1933. It was the capitol from December 3, 1836 to July 4, 1839. Abraham Lincoln was a member of the House during the three sessions of the legislature held in this . . . — — Map (db m42346) HM
Erected and Dedicated to the memory of the Soldiers and Sailors of Grundy County 1861 1865. Missionary Ridge Shiloh Vicksburg Chickamauga — — Map (db m239304) WM
In honor of the men of Grundy County who died in service in the Great War for Democracy that Peace might reign in the World Alfred Baker Christ Beck William Bridel Joseph Cantwell Paul Carter Cesare Constantine John Crosetto Claude . . . — — Map (db m232998) WM
During World War II the Wisconsin Based Manitowoc Ship Building Company constructed twenty eight Gato/Bolao Class submarines. This bolstered the production of existing Naval Shipyards. The completed submarines made their way from Lake Michigan down . . . — — Map (db m233000) HM
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made
possible the freedom of these United States
The Boy Scouts of America
dedicate this copy of the
Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and
loyalty 40th . . . — — Map (db m243911) HM
On April 23, 1861, eleven days after Confederates fired on Fort Sumter, the cofounder of Carbondale, Daniel Harmon Brush, called a public meeting on this town square. Brush delivered a patriotic speech in support of the Union. Two days later, Brush . . . — — Map (db m161965) HM
In this cemetery was held the first Memorial Service to the Civil War Veterans Apr. 1866 which inspired Gen. John A. Logan a citizen of Carbondale to issue General Order No. 11 as Grand Commander of G.A.R. establishing National Memorial Day May 30 . . . — — Map (db m174000) HM
On April 29, 1866, over 200 veterans and several thousand citizens gathered at Woodlawn Cemetery to honor those who had died in the Civil War. General John A. Logan delivered the keynote address, saying "Every man's life belongs to his country, and . . . — — Map (db m161076) HM
Murphysboro celebrated its first Logan Day on August 3, 1914. This event drew 25,000 visitors, including national dignitaries and a large number of Civil War veterans.
The main focus of Logan Days was to dedicate this monument as the . . . — — Map (db m203172) HM
Murphysboro celebrated its first Logan Day on August 3, 1914. This was Illinois second Logan Day, the first occurred in Chicago in 1897. Logan Day brought 25,000 people to Murphysboro. Among the attendees were Illinois Governor Edward F. Dunne, . . . — — Map (db m119541) HM
Dedicated to Veterans
of All Wars
In Memory of all
U. S. Soldiers and Sailors
This cannon was rededicated
November 8, 2003
to the memory of all
Jefferson County Veterans
The renovation work
was performed by the
1st Illinois . . . — — Map (db m61701) WM
In memory of
Jefferson County Veterans
"The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten."
Calvin Coolidge
To give a life is a miracle of God
To lose a veteran is an unforgettable memory
Dedicated December 7, . . . — — Map (db m61932) WM
We honor all women,
past, present, and
future for their
patriotism to the
United States of America
To honor all women veterans for
their service to God, home & country — — Map (db m61760) WM
Dedicated to the Honor and Sacrifice of our Men and Women who served our country in War and Peace by the Citizens of Warren and surrounding area 2004. — — Map (db m235504) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of Thirteen Hundred and Sixty-four Volunteers enlisted from Johnson County, Illinois, during the rebellion, 1861-65. Erected October 1, 1907, by Vienna Post 221, G.A.R. and Vienna Camp, 9, S. of V. Division . . . — — Map (db m186298) WM
For those who fought and died
We cry with loving pride
For those who are not yet home
We won't let you stand alone
For those who are called survivor
We pledge our honor
For those who are named here
We will forever hold dear
Charles . . . — — Map (db m94259) WM
The Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Hall was built in 1877-1878, and is one of Aurora's most widely recognized landmarks. The hall served as a meeting place for Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) or "Union" veterans of the Civil War. After the . . . — — Map (db m170248) HM
This monument erected in honor and in commemoration of the loyal patriotic men who enlisted from the Township of Batavia Illinois in the War for the Preservation of the Union 1861-1865.
"On fame's eternal camping ground
Their silent tents are . . . — — Map (db m94260) WM
To honor all men and women from
Kane County who served
in the United States Armed Forces
To detail and reflect on the sacrifices made by Veterans of this nation who defended freedom in the 20th century.
To permanently inscribe the names of . . . — — Map (db m94309) WM
Major Campaigns and Deaths
Meuse-Argonne, France (9/18-11/18) 26,277
Aisne-Marne, France (7/18-8/18) 6,992
Somme, France (8/18-11/18) 3,221
Oise-Aisne, France (8/18-11/18) 1,919
St. Mihiel, France (9/18) 1,799 . . . — — Map (db m94883) HM WM
Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this continent, a new nation, conceived in Liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal. Now we are engaged in a great civil war, testing whether that nation, . . . — — Map (db m177993) HM WM
I ☆ 1917-1918 II ☆ 1941-1945 This Stone erected by the citizens of Kendall County in honor to those Men and Women of Kendall County who served in the Armed Forces of the United States in the . . . — — Map (db m235298) WM
On many occasions during its history, Great Lakes Naval Training Center has fought to remain an important training location for the Navy. The Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) decision of 1993 finally seems to have put an end to that fight. This . . . — — Map (db m37879) HM
In the early months of World War II, the Navy Department designated Great Lakes as the only site for training African-American recruits. Since recruit training camps were named after naval heroes, it was thought fitting to do the same for the camp . . . — — Map (db m38002) HM
The original Drill Hall, now a gymnasium, was designed with battered walls to give the massive building a military, fort-like appearance. Above the main entrance, the architects provided a large ornamentation of the bow of an ancient sailing ship, . . . — — Map (db m38182) HM
During World War I, the Public Works Department at Great Lakes was tasked with the original construction of new facilities. Originally, Public Works was to use local civilian contractors. The problem, however, was that patriotic tradesmen joined . . . — — Map (db m37870) HM
Throughout WWI and WWII, athletic opportunities for recruits included swimming, basketball, hockey, water polo, boxing, wrestling and track and field. But, it was in football that Great Lakes achieved national prominence. Among the thousands of . . . — — Map (db m37922) HM
The Great Lakes History Trail has been established on base to teach about the past and promote a healthy future. As you walk the 2 mile trail, you will learn more about the fascinating history of our great base at the actual locations where it . . . — — Map (db m37876) HM
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