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By William Fischer, Jr., January 17, 2016
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201 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Veterans Memorial Carillon —
Near Garland Avenue.
AMVETS in conjunction with the Citizens of the area dedicated this carillon as a living memorial to Arkansas-Oklahoma Veterans who served their country honorably for the Cause of Freedom November 11, 1986 Fort Smith National . . . — — Map (db m92342) WM
202 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Vietnam War Memorial — 1959 - 1975 — Sebastian County, Arkansas —
On 6th Street (State Highway 255) at Parker Avenue, on the right when traveling north on 6th Street.
This monument is dedicated to the brave sons of Sebastian County, Arkansas, who, in the defense of freedom in South Vietnam, made the supreme sacrifice. In a controversial, complex and diverse struggle, they answered the call of their country in a . . . — — Map (db m92360) WM
203 ► Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — William O. Darby — Arkansas — Brig. General U. S. Army World War II —
Near Garland Avenue.
Born in Fort Smith Ark. Feb. 8, 1911 Graduate U.S.M.A. June 1933 Assistant Comdr. 10th Mountain Div. Died in Po Valley Italy Apr. 30, 1945 Organized First Ranger Bn. CO Ranger Force - Tunisia-Sicily-Italy 1942-1944 Comdr. 179th . . . — — Map (db m92348) HM WM
204 ► Arkansas, Sharp County, Hardy — Veterans Memorial —
On East Main Street (Business U.S. 63) at Johnston, on the right when traveling east on East Main Street.
To the men and women of Hardy who proudly served the community in time of peace and war, we the citizens are forever grateful. — — Map (db m297182) WM
205 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Archibald Yell — In Memory Of —
On College Avenue (U.S. 71) at Center Street, on the right when traveling north on College Avenue.
Born near Salisbury, North Carolina, Aug. 1797 Volunteer in Battle of New Orleans, 1815 Member of Tennessee Legislature, 1827 Grand Master of Masons in Tennessee, 1831 District Judge of Arkansas Territory, 1832-1836 Charter Member of . . . — — Map (db m59891) HM
206 ► Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Replica of the Statue of Liberty —
On Monte Painter Drive west of Northhills Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
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 and loyalty The . . . — — Map (db m92306) HM
207 ► California, Alameda County, Alameda — Veterans Memorial Building — 2203 Central Avenue — 1929 —
On Central Avenue at Walnut Street, on the right when traveling north on Central Avenue.
City Historical Monument #17 National Register of Historic Places No. 07000995 California State Landmark No. N2371 Architect: Henry H. Meyers The Spanish Colonial Revival building was designed by Meyers as one of a series of ten East Bay . . . — — Map (db m218656) HM
208 ► California, Alameda County, Fremont — Robert McDonald —
Near Dole Drive near Brown Drive.
Marker One: Medal of Honor Capt 5 US Infantry Indian Wars May 12 1822 – May 20 1901 Marker Two: Robert McDonald Captain U.S.A. May 12, 1822, May 20, 1901 Ego sum resurrection et vita; qui credit in me, etiamsi mortuus . . . — — Map (db m208309) HM
209 ► California, Alameda County, Hayward — Allen F. Strutz Veterans Memorial Building — Dedicated May 2000 —
On Main Street north of D Street, on the left when traveling south.
Allen F. Strutz, World War II veteran of the United States Armed Services, dedicated fifty years of his life to caring for this Veterans Memorial Building in Hayward, to preserve the heritage of Alameda County veterans. His paramount leadership . . . — — Map (db m152676) HM WM
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210 ► California, Alameda County, Hayward — Hayward 9/11 Memorial —
On Mission Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Mission Boulevard.
8:46 AM New York, NY American Airlines 11 9:03 AM New York, NY United Airlines 175 9:37 AM Washington, DC American Airlines 77 10:03 AM Shanksville, PA United Airlines 93 This U.S. flag waves proudly in honor of . . . — — Map (db m200828) WM
211 ► California, Alameda County, Livermore — Stockmen's Park —
On South Livermore Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The City of Livermore dedicates this park to the Livermore Stockmen's Rodeo Association, Livermore residents and veterans of this valley who have served our country with dedication and honor in its many wars and conflicts. The city makes this . . . — — Map (db m195393) WM
212 ► California, Alameda County, Oakland, St Mary's Cemetery — Governor Juan Bautista Alvarado — Martina Castro de Alvarado —
Near Howe Street near Pleasant Valley Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Marker: Governor Juan Bautista Alvarado 02/14/1809 – 7/13/1882 Juan Bautista Valentin Alvarado y Vallejo was born in Monterey, Alta California under Spanish rule. His family came with the Portola-Serra Expedition to settle Alta . . . — — Map (db m220002) HM
213 ► California, Alameda County, Pleasanton — Gary Meyer Memorial Grove —
On Bernal Road, on the left when traveling north.
Dedicated this Memorial Day 1969 To the first Pleasanton Serviceman killed in action in Vietnam And to all who fought And gave their lives To defend human rights — — Map (db m204232) WM
214 ► California, Alameda County, Pleasanton — SPC. Jameson L. Lindskog — In Memory of U.S. Army Combat Medic —
Near Nevada Street west of Bernal Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
SPC. Jameson Lindskog, the first Pleasanton native to be killed in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom, was awarded the Silver Star for Heroism. On 29 March 2011, he selflessly ran directly into heavy enemy fire in order to provide . . . — — Map (db m204227) WM
215 ► California, Butte County, Oroville — First Liberty Pole In The West —
On Montgomery Street at Huntoon Street, on the left when traveling east on Montgomery Street.
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216 ► California, Calaveras County, San Andreas — Calaveras County War Memorial —
Near Mountain Ranch Road at Government Center Road, on the left when traveling east.
Erected in honor of the Men and Women of Calaveras County who served their country in the Armed Forces and in memory of the following persons who lost their lives in the service of our country This plaque is dedicated by a grateful county November . . . — — Map (db m164990) WM
217 ► California, Calaveras County, San Andreas — Model 1841 12-Pound Field Howitzers — Calaveras County Veterans Memorial —
Near Mountain Ranch Road at Government Center Road, on the left when traveling east.
In 1912 the 62nd United States Congress donated these model 1841 12-Pound Field Howitzers to the Grand Army of the Republic. These guns were cast by N.P. Ames at Springfield Mass and displayed in Burson, Calif. by the Grand Army of the Republic . . . — — Map (db m165023) HM WM
218 ► California, Contra Costa County, Concord — Tree Planted By —
On Parkside Drive near Salvio Street.
City of Concord Employees In Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution — — Map (db m206594) HM
219 ► California, Contra Costa County, Danville — All Wars Memorial —
Near Stone Valley Road near Glenwood Court.
Bronze Plaque: Dedicated To All Who Served, Supported and Sacrificed for Our Freedom Black Granite Maker One: Freedom Is Not Free “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are creates equal, that they are . . . — — Map (db m209660) WM
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220 ► California, Contra Costa County, San Ramon — Athan Downs — Byron D. Athan - a Life of Public Service — Celebrate San Ramon's History —
Near Montevideo Drive.
Born in San Francisco in 1918, Byron Athan joined the Army in 1941, and retired in 1964, as a Lieutenant Colonel. He served during WWII in the Pacific Theater and at the Pentagon. Byron enrolled in law school at the University of San Francisco prior . . . — — Map (db m202056) HM
221 ► California, Contra Costa County, San Ramon — Clement Pierre Elissondo — In Memory of — 1921 - 2005 —
Near San Ramon Valley Boulevard.
Clement moved from France to California at age six. His parents, Pierre and Gracieuse Elissondo, purchased the Glass House in 1932. Clement served his new country in World War II. He served in the 3rd Battalion of the 3rd Armored Division of the . . . — — Map (db m202057) HM
222 ► California, Contra Costa County, Walnut Creek — 122 — Flagpole — Mt. Diablo Blvd. at Main Street — 1917 —
On Mt. Diablo Boulevard near South Main Street, on the right when traveling east.
The community celebrated Independence Day in 1917 by dedicating a flagpole at Main Street and Lafayette Road (now Mt. Diablo Boulevard) The flagpole served as a focal point for community ceremonies. Eventually, the City removed the flagpole because . . . — — Map (db m93707) HM
223 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — Fresno Corridor of Flags Veterans Memorial —
On Fresno Street at O Street, on the right when traveling east on Fresno Street.
Dedicated To Honor All Veterans of Fresno ——————— This plaque dedicated to all who served in the military and especially those who gave their lives in service to God and Country for the . . . — — Map (db m41098) WM
224 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — George M. Bowman — 1891 - 1984 —
On Fresno Street at O Street, on the right when traveling east on Fresno Street.
This Water Tower is dedicated to George M. Bowman in recognition for thirty-six years of dedicated service to the City of Fresno and for his accomplishments as a naval officer. He was the city's first chief engineer and became general manager of . . . — — Map (db m41071) HM
225 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — Lao Hmong American War Memorial — Portrait of a People - Hmong —
On Van Ness Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
From 1961 to 1975 the Hmong and other Lao people of the highlands of Laos helped the United States fight against Communism in Laos and Vietnam. On December 31, 1960, U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower declared, "We cannot let Laos fall to the . . . — — Map (db m41022) HM
226 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, Downtown — Via Liberation — Voie de la Liberte 1944 —
On Fresno Street near L Street, on the right when traveling east.
La Ville d'Etamps a l'Amerique This monument from General Patton's Route of Liberation is a gift of the people [of] Cannes, France to the people of California, sent via La Train de la Reconnaisance Francaise (Merci Train) and dedicated . . . — — Map (db m131236) HM
227 ► California, Fresno County, Fresno, McLane — French Merci Train Boxcar Cover — Dedicated July 9, 2021 —
Near North First Street.
This French Merci Train Boxcar cover is dedicated to all veterans, past, present, and future, as a symbol of tribute to those who have, are now, and will in the future, borne the battle of war and conflict in the preservation of our nation. May the . . . — — Map (db m198102) WM
228 ► California, Humboldt County, Ferndale — GPY-23 — Ferndale Memorial Day Parade —
Near Ocean Avenue.
The Memorial Day Parade, previously known as the Decoration Day Parade, in Ferndale began in 1882, when the participants were mainly Civil War Veterans who organized themselves as the Grand Army of the Republic. In the early 1900s, the Native Sons . . . — — Map (db m231396) HM
229 ► California, Los Angeles County, Carson — Jose Rizal — 1861-1896 —
On Carson Street 0.2 miles west of Interstate 405, on the right when traveling west.
Philippine national hero. Born on 19 June 1861. Doctor, poet, writer, educator, linguist, inventor. Authored novels Noli Me Tangere (1887) and El Filibusterismo (1891) which bared colonial oppression of the Filipinos. He . . . — — Map (db m235033) HM
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230 ► California, Los Angeles County, Gardena — The Washington Elm — Gardena Civic Center —
On 162nd Street at Harvard Boulevard, on the right when traveling east on 162nd Street.
This is a fourth generation of the elm tree under which General George Washington took command of the Continental Army on July 3, 1775; and the Declaration of Independence was first read to the people of Cambridge, Massachusetts. — — Map (db m164425) HM
231 ► California, Los Angeles County, Glendale, Montrose — National Flag Week — "It All Started In Montrose" — Montrose, California, Birthplace of National Flag Week —
On Honolulu Avenue at Ocean Boulevard, on the right when traveling west on Honolulu Avenue.
Montrose merchants Bill Bailey and Vito Cannella dreamed of establishing a "It all started in Montrose" National Week of Recognition to honor the American flag. Supported by the Rotary Club, the movement gained national appeal, and, in 1966, . . . — — Map (db m218223) HM
232 ► California, Los Angeles County, La Verne — La Verne Bicentennial Liberty Bell —
On D Street 0.1 miles south of Foothill Boulevard (Route 66), on the left when traveling south.
The original Liberty Bell, cast in 1752, continues to serve as a symbol of courage and freedom. In the bicentennial year of 1975, the White Chapel Foundry in London cast 100 duplicate bells, two for each state. California cities which secured . . . — — Map (db m161082) HM
233 ► California, Los Angeles County, Lancaster — Brig. General Charles E. “Chuck” Yeager — USAF Retired —
On Lancaster Boulevard east of Elm Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Chuck Yeager logged over 10,000 hours in 180 different military aircraft, including foreign and experimental rocket aircraft. In 1947 Yeager, piloting the X-1, broke Mach 1 at Edwards AFB. He continued to fly the X-1 as a research vehicle and . . . — — Map (db m123598) HM
234 ► California, Los Angeles County, Long Beach, Bluff Park — The Lone Sailor —
On Ocean Boulevard at Paloma Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Ocean Boulevard.
The Lone Sailor Stanley Bleifeld 1984 U.S. Navy Memorial — — Map (db m51898) HM
235 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Carthay Circle — Jedediah Strong Smith — Pathfinder of the Sierras —
On McCarthy Vista at Wilshire Boulevard, in the median on McCarthy Vista.
First American to discover a route overland from the east to California. Explorer - Fur Trader - Missionary. This boulder was brought from El Cajon Pass through which the pathfinder came in 1826. Placed here A.D. 1924 by Ramona Parlor 109, . . . — — Map (db m106328) HM
236 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Downtown Los Angeles — Bell of Dolores
On Los Angeles Street at North Alameda Street, on the right when traveling west on Los Angeles Street. Reported missing.
This replica of the “Bell of Dolores” was presented to the City of Los Angeles by the Republic of Mexico in 1968. This cherished relic of Mexican history represents not only Mexico’s bid for freedom, but also the beginning of democracy here in . . . — — Map (db m162015) HM
237 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Downtown Los Angeles — Latino Blood, American Hearts —
On North Alameda Street 0.2 miles west of Los Angeles Street, on the left when traveling north.
This site is dedicated to the Latino-American Heroes who received the Congressional Medal of Honor, our nation's highest award for bravery. For love of country, they performed above and beyond the call of duty. Heroes y . . . — — Map (db m74096) WM
238 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Echo Park — José Martí Monument —
On Glendale Boulevard at Park Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Glendale Boulevard.
José Martí was a citizen of the Americas who fought for the concept of liberty and brotherhood for all men, without distinction of race, social status, or religion. He was a poet, writer, teacher, political revolutionary, and great patriot. . . . — — Map (db m229697) HM
239 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills — Lincoln —
On Memory Lane south of Memorial Drive, on the right when traveling south.
This replica of Augustus Saint-Gauden's "Abraham Lincoln: The Man" (also called "Standing Lincoln") by Enzo Pasquini, is over 17 feet high above the court and depicts Lincoln as if he is about to begin a speech. The original 1887 . . . — — Map (db m230152) HM
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240 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, South Los Angeles — 35 — Adlai Stevenson —
On Monmouth Avenue north of 27th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Site of the birthplace of Adlai E. Stevenson, statesman. February 5, 1900 - July 14, 1965. Declared a Historic Cultural Monument by the Cultural Heritage Board, Municipal Art Department, City of Los Angeles. — — Map (db m187045) HM
241 ► California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Westlake — Hungarian Freedom Fight of 1956 —
On 6th Street at Park View Street, on the right when traveling east on 6th Street.
Erected in memory of the heroes of the glorious Hungarian Freedom Fight of 1956. A symbol of man’s yearning for freedom everywhere. — — Map (db m125328) WM
242 ► California, Los Angeles County, San Marino — George S. Patton, Jr. Memorial — 1885 - 1945 —
Near Virginia Road 0.2 miles north of Huntington Drive, on the left when traveling north.
The descendant of a distinguished pioneer family and son of San Marino’s first Mayor, General Patton, a “spit and polish soldier” became one of the most brilliant, decisive and aggressive military commanders in American History. He was born and . . . — — Map (db m135504) HM WM
243 ► California, Los Angeles County, Santa Clarita, Newhall — William J. Johnston Jr. —
Near Walnut Street at Newhall Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Presented the Medal of Honor on September 16, 1863 for gallantry in the Seven Day Battle and Peninsula Campaign. “Willie” was a five foot tall, eleven year-old drummer boy in Company D, Third Vermont Volunteers Infantry of the Union Army, . . . — — Map (db m150914) HM WM
244 ► California, Los Angeles County, Santa Monica, North of Montana — George Washington — 1732-1799 —
Near Ocean Avenue near Alta Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
In commemoration of the two-hundredth birthday of George Washington, first President of the United States, whose wisdom, foresight, and patriotism are an inspiration to all true Americans. — — Map (db m119721) HM
245 ► California, Marin County, Novato, Novato Cemetery at Pioneer Park — Friedrich (Fred) Zeh, Jr. —
Near Simmons Lane north of Virginia Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Friedrich (Fred) Zeh, Jr. was born September 7, 1904, in Darmstadt, Germany. His father Fiedrich and his mother Marie Kirchbaum Zeh came to the United States in 1906. They purchased land at 1854 Indian Valley Road and operated a chicken ranch. Fred . . . — — Map (db m226803) HM
246 ► California, Merced County, Gustine, Henry Miller Park — Gustine World War II Memorial —
On 3rd Avenue at 7th Street, on the right when traveling west on 3rd Avenue.
In memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in World War II — — Map (db m229646) WM
247 ► California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea — Korean War Memorial —
Near 6th Avenue.
Remember "The Forgotten War" Korea June 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953 To honor those brave Americans who under trying circumstances fought and gave their lives to defend their country and the cause of freedom. ...may God . . . — — Map (db m41105) WM
248 ► California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea — Vietnam War Memorial —
Near Mission Street.
To the memory of Carmel's Servicemen whose blood was shed that we might live John Arnn 1965 Carlito L. Dorsey 1966 Rudolph G. Antone 1967 Frank DeAmaral Jr. 1967 Robert C. L. Fergusson 1967 Larry Larson 1967 James . . . — — Map (db m41121) HM
249 ► California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea — World War I Memorial —
On Ocean Avenue at San Carlos Street, in the median on Ocean Avenue.
This memorial is dedicated to the men of Carmel who responded to their country's call during World War I We Salute Them Restored and rededicated November 11, 1977 — — Map (db m41106) HM
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250 ► California, Monterey County, Carmel-by-the-Sea — World War II Memorial —
Near 6th Avenue.
In memory of Carmel servicemen who gave their lives during WW II Gordon Bain, RAF, 1942 Carlyle Lewis, US Air Corps, 1942 Billy B. Jenkins, US Navy, 1942 Ted Leidig, USN Air Corps, 1943 Earl P. Parkes, US Air Corps, 1943 Peter . . . — — Map (db m41118) HM
251 ► California, Monterey County, Monterey — Pomerene Hall —
On Lewis Road, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of Captain Robert Luis Pomerene 1924 - 1951 who died as a result of wounds received in action 12 February 1951 in Korea. The Silver Star was awarded posthumously to Captain Pomerene for his actions that day. During . . . — — Map (db m308749) HM WM
252 ► California, Monterey County, Monterey — Rear Admiral Alan Shepard Tree — Naval Officer Astronaut —
On University Circle at University Way, on the right on University Circle.
Rear Admiral Alan B. Shepard, Jr., United States Navy November 18, 1924 - July 21, 1998 Naval Officer Astronaut First American in space 5, 1961 Commander, Apollo 14 January 31 to February 9, 1971 Walked on the moon - February 5, . . . — — Map (db m226352) HM
253 ► California, Napa County, Yountville — 828 — Veterans Home of California —
On California Drive at Solano Avenue, on the left when traveling west on California Drive.
Established in 1884 by Mexican War Veterans and members of the Grand Army of the Republic who recognized the need for a home for California’s aged and disabled veterans. In January 1897 the Veterans Home Association deeded the home and its 910 acres . . . — — Map (db m18743) HM
254 ► California, Orange County, Anaheim, Anaheim Resort — Flags of the Revolutionary War —
On Disneyland Drive.
The 13 Flags displayed along the top of the log stockade are like those carried by American troops during the REVOLUTIONARY WAR. These standards represent the home countries, colonies, divisions and regiments of the soldiers. One of the first . . . — — Map (db m298503) HM
255 ► California, Orange County, Yorba Linda — Richard Nixon — Statesman — 37th President of the United States of America —
Near Yorba Linda Boulevard at Eureka Avenue.
California State Society Daughters of the American Revolution commemorates the birthplace and honors the patriotic service of Richard Nixon Statesman 37th President of the United States of America born January 9, 1913 Mrs. . . . — — Map (db m170610) HM
256 ► California, Placer County, Roseville — Benito Juarez — 1807 - 1872 —
On Douglas Boulevard west of Park Avenue.
President of Mexico 1858-1872 Successfully led his country against the Empire of Maximilian and pronounced these immortal words: "The respect for the rights of others is peace" Donated by Alberto and Carmen Heredia and Family Dedicated . . . — — Map (db m91373) HM
257 ► California, Placer County, Roseville — Roseville Korean War Veterans Memorial —
Near Maidu Road east of Rocky Ridge Road, on the left when traveling east.
[Column 1:] Albert Ace • Louis Alvarez • Harlin Amick • Rollin Amick • Joseph Andrade • Ralph L. Andrade • Reyes Andrade • John Arivo • Larry Arnett • Julian Assad • Eddie Astill • Manfred Astill* Lowell Baggett • Tony Basque • . . . — — Map (db m52762) WM
258 ► California, Plumas County, Portola — Western Pacific 106 "Charles O. Sweetwood" — Business Observation Passenger Car —
Near Western Pacific Way 0.2 miles west of Main Street.
The unique history of this passenger car makes it one of the most important artifacts in the museum's collection. When built by the famous Pullman Company in 1917, this car was named the "Pioneer" and was part of Pullman's executive lease fleet, . . . — — Map (db m163303) HM
259 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — John Henry Balch — Medal of Honor —
On Van Buren Boulevard.
Pharmacist's Mate First Class, 3 Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, United States Marine Corps United States Navy Citation: Vierzy, France, and Somme-Py, France July 19, and October 5, 1918 For gallantry . . . — — Map (db m233252) HM WM
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260 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Lewis L. Millett Sr. — Medal of Honor —
On Van Buren Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Captain, Company E 27th Infantry Regiment United States Army G.O. 69 August 2, 1951 Citation: Vicinity of Soam-Ni Korea 7 February 1951 Capt. Millett, Company E, distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity . . . — — Map (db m233250) HM WM
261 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Mitchell Paige — Medal of Honor —
On Lemay Boulevard.
Platoon Sergeant, 2nd Battalion 7th Marines United States Marine Corps Citation: Solomon Island 26 October 1942 For extraordinary heroism and conspicuously gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty while serving . . . — — Map (db m233246) HM WM
262 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Walter D. Ehlers — Medal of Honor —
On Lemay Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Staff Sergeant, 19th Infantry, 1st Infantry Division United States Army G.O. 91, 19th December 1944 Citation: Near Goville, France June 9-10, 1944 For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond . . . — — Map (db m233247) HM WM
263 ► California, Riverside County, March Air Reserve Base — Ysmael R. Villegas — Medal of Honor —
On Eisenhower Circle, on the right when traveling east.
Staff Sergeant, Company F, 127th Infantry, 32d Infantry Division United States Army G.O. No.: 89, October 19, 1945 Citation: Villa Verde Trail, Luzon, Philippine Islands, March 20, 1945 S/Sgt. Villegas was a squad leader when . . . — — Map (db m233248) HM
264 ► California, Riverside County, Riverside — Veterans Memorial —
On Van Buren Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
This memorial is dedicated to eulogize the sacrifices of American Veterans. It is to commemorate them, their comrades, their personal and emotional sacrifices, and to acknowledge those Americans who have lost loved ones in the service . . . — — Map (db m54379) HM
265 ► California, Sacramento County, Fair Oaks — We Will Not Forget... —
Near Kruitof Way east of Hazel Avenue.
These boots are a lasting memorial to all of our Prisoners of War and those Missing in Action. Those that once wore them can only fill them. Let's not forget their sacrifice and devotion. They will be forever in our hearts and in our prayers. — — Map (db m52845) HM
266 ► California, Sacramento County, McClellan Park, Sacramento McClellan Airport — Rapid Area Maintenance Team —
Near Peacekeeper Way at Roberts Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated with pride to civilian members of the Rapid Area Maintenance Team who gave their lives in the line of duty - Saigon, South Vietnam, June 25, 1965 Leon C. Forcum • John N. Kilzer • Floyd R. McKinney • Leo D. Nelson — — Map (db m227481) WM
267 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Central Business District — Liberty Bell Replica —
Near 10th and L Streets.
Dedicated To You, A Free Citizen In A Free Land This reproduction of the Liberty Bell was presented to the people of California by direction of The Honorable John W. Snyder Secretary of Treasury As the . . . — — Map (db m14837) HM
268 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Downtown — Veterans Memorial —
On J Street east of 15th Street, on the left when traveling east.
A tribute in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country — — Map (db m266238) WM
269 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Downtown — Veterans Memorial —
On J Street west of 16th Street, on the left when traveling east.
A tribute in memory of those who made the supreme sacrifice in the service of their country — — Map (db m266239) WM
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270 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Old Sacramento — 1854 Flagpole —
On I Street at Front Street, on the right when traveling west on I Street.
The original flagpole was constructed from a single Oregon pine tree reaching a height of 113 feet. When first erected in the 1860's during a patriotic “Flag War” with the Central Pacific Railroad, it was considered to be the tallest . . . — — Map (db m136275) HM
271 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Sacramento Historic City Cemetery — Rebecca Jeanette (Jennie) Squires Hall — 1831-1903 —
Near Riverside Avenue at Magnolia Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Jennie Hall worked as a nurse during the Civil War beginning in 1862 at the battle of Shiloh. Four days before the battle started, she arrived with her first husband, Ezra Squires, then got to work nursing sick and wounded soldiers. When wounded . . . — — Map (db m227206) HM
272 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Southwestern Sacramento — General George Wright — 1803 – 1865 —
Near 10th Street, on the right when traveling east.
A graduate of West Point, his gallantry on the fields of battle earned him commendations; from the Seminole War in Florida, to the Mexican War, to the Indian Campaign in the Pacific Northwest. His unwavering loyalty to the Union would prompt . . . — — Map (db m10766) HM
273 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Southwestern Sacramento — Jane Norris —
Near Broadway east of Muir Way, on the right when traveling east.
Jane Norris 1832-1899 On April 11, 1865, a Sacramento woman hatched a secret plan to celebrate the end of the Civil War. Upon learning of Robert E. Lee's surrender to Northern troops, Jane Norris marched to the state capitol's construction . . . — — Map (db m136563) HM
274 ► California, Sacramento County, Sacramento, Southwestern Sacramento — The G.A.R. Memorial Plot
Near Broadway. Reported permanently removed.
Sacramento City CemeteryThe GRAND ARMY OF THE REPUBLIC Memorial Plot was originally located in the New Helvetia Cemetery at the corner of 31st and J Streets, a plot donated to the Sumner Post No.3 by the owner and proprietor John Wesley Reeves. . . . — — Map (db m12411) HM
275 ► California, San Bernardino County, Redlands — William McKinley — Patriot - Statesman - Martyr —
On Eureka Street south of Vine Street, on the left when traveling south.
As President of the United States he visited this city on the eighth day of May 1901, and the freedom of the state was here tendered him by the Governor of California. As a tribute to the man and a record of the event this memorial was . . . — — Map (db m163215) HM
276 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado — James B. Stockdale —
On Stockdale Boulevard at Alameda Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on Stockdale Boulevard.
Vice Admiral Stockdale was awarded the Nation’s highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor, in recognition of his extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and unparalleled leadership as senior Naval Officer held as a prisoner of war in . . . — — Map (db m117459) HM WM
277 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado — The League of Wives — A Coronado Legacy of Courage and Commitment —
Near Star Park Circle at Park Place.
On September 9, 1965, Sybil Stockdale was notified that her husband, Navy Commander Jim Stockdale, had been shot down on a combat mission over North Vietnam. After seven long months, she learned he was being held as a prisoner of war, or "POW." . . . — — Map (db m296243) HM WM
278 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado — The Naked Warrior — Artist: John Seward Johnson II —
Near Strand Way.
This World War II combat swimmer commemorates the U.S. Navy’s underwater demolition (UDT) and Sea, Air, Land (SEAL) teams. They have trained and have been based in Coronado since 1946. These “Naked Warriors” swam unarmed onto heavily . . . — — Map (db m117453) HM WM
279 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado — The Stockdale Tribute — Honoring Vice Admiral James B. Stockdale and Mrs. Sybil B. Stockdale — Great American Heroes; Distinguished Coronado Residents —
On Orange Avenue (California Route 75), on the right when traveling south.
Vice Admiral Stockdale was awarded our nation's highest military award, the Medal of Honor, for his extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and unparalleled leadership while serving as senior naval officer in the Prisoner of War camps of North . . . — — Map (db m117116) HM
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280 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado — United We Land — Naval Amphibious Base Coronado —
On Guadalcanal Road at Vella La Vella Road, on the right when traveling east on Guadalcanal Road.
United We Land Amphibious Base Coronado Commissioned 17 January 1944 Dedicated 19 January 1994 — — Map (db m117547) HM
281 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado, Naval Air Station North Island — Vice Admiral Edward H. Martin — Fitness and Liberty Complex — For Extraordinary Heroism, Courageous Sacrifice, and Distinguished Service —
On Rogers Road, on the left when traveling east.
Edward H. Martin lived a life of selfless service. In July 1967, as executive officer of VA-34, he was shot down by surface-to-air missiles while leading a flight of A-4 Skyhawks from the USS Intrepid against targets in North Vietnam. For almost six . . . — — Map (db m145312) HM WM
282 ► California, San Diego County, Coronado, North Island Naval Air Station — McCain Boulevard —
On McCain Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
McCain Boulevard, named to honor the memory of the late Vice Admiral John Sidney McCain U.S.N., renowned commander of task force thirty-eight and a former commanding officer of this station. Dec. 15 1945 — — Map (db m265970) HM WM
283 ► California, San Diego County, San Diego, La Jolla — John “Manila John” Basilone —
Near La Jolla Scenic South Drive.
John “Manila John” Basilone Gunnery Sergeant US Army-US Marine Corps World War II KIA 19 February 1945 "I'm staying with my boys." Medals-Ribbons: Navy Presidential Unit Citation (2), Marine Corps Good Conduct, American Defense . . . — — Map (db m268222) HM WM
284 ► California, San Diego County, San Diego, La Jolla — Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial —
Near Soledad Park Road east of Via Capri, on the right when traveling west.
The Mt Soledad National Veterans Memorial is one of the most unique veterans memorials in America. It is the only one honoring veterans living and deceased from the Revolutionary War to current day conflicts. The Mt. Soledad Memorial . . . — — Map (db m280066) HM WM
285 ► California, San Diego County, San Diego, Old Town — 63 — First Raising of U.S. Flag — Plaza San Diego Viejo —
Near Mason Street north of San Diego Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
On this site the United States Flag was first raised in Southern California by Lt. Stephen C. Rowan U.S.N., Commanding Sailors and Marines July 29, 1846. — — Map (db m145635) HM
286 ► California, San Diego County, San Diego, Old Town — Services of the Mormon Battalion —
Near Presidio Drive.
The historic march of the Mormon Battalion -- -- More than 2000 miles through the wilderness -- -- was made in fulfillment of official U.S. orders. Brigham Young, Prophet – Leader of the Mormons, personally recruited these troops. The . . . — — Map (db m51990) HM
287 ► California, San Diego County, San Diego, Tuna Harbor Park — A National Salute to Bob Hope and the Military —
Near Tuna Wharf Street.
This tribute was conceived by the Founders of Taffy III, Inc. in June 1999 and donated to the Port of San Diego on 25 October 2006 as a symbol of the appreciation by the military to Bob Hope, an Honorary Veteran, and his fellow entertainers. . . . — — Map (db m281578) HM WM
288 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Golden Gate Park — Historic Trees —
On Stow Lake Drive at John F. Kennedy Drive, on the right when traveling east on Stow Lake Drive.
Trees from historic spots in the thirteen original states of the Union Planted by Sequoia Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution October 19, 1896. Boulder placed April 19, 1920. — — Map (db m285031) HM
289 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Lincoln Park — Death of a Sailor —
Near El Camino del Mar near Seal Rock Drive.
Reinhardt J. Keppler Died serving his country fighting raging flames to save our ship, USS San Francisco at midnight, Nov. 12-13, 1942 Honored by surviving crew members May 29, 2000 — — Map (db m211362) HM WM
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290 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Lincoln Park — Jeanne d'Arc —
On Legion of Honor Drive near El Camino Del Mar, on the left when traveling north.
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291 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Lincoln Park — The Honored Dead — USS San Francisco —
Near El Camino del Mar near Seal Rock Drive.
Plaque One: ★ The Honored Dead ★ Arthur V. Adams • Eric J. Anderson • Harvey A. Bockover • Burgess V. Brakel • Lewis T. Brown • Ernest A. Bueren • Daniel J. Callaghan • Neil A. Carlson • William F. Cates • Harold J. . . . — — Map (db m211367) WM
292 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Main Post — Centennial Tree —
On Anza Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Planted July 4, 1876 by Angelo Beretta Post Trader Gift from his Family July 4, 1976 — — Map (db m284771) HM
293 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Mission Dolores — California Volunteers' Memorial —
On Dolores Street near Market Street, in the median.
Erected by the Citizens of San Francisco in Honor of the California Volunteers Spanish-American War 1898 “First to the Front” — — Map (db m36691) HM
294 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Mission Dolores — Miguel Hidalgo —
Near Church Street at 19th Street.
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Father of Mexican Independence 1753-1811 The liberation of Mexico, after 300 years of domination by Spain, started on September 16, 1810, in the town of Dolores in what is now the state of Guanajuato, Mexico. . . . — — Map (db m120367) HM
295 ► California, San Francisco City and County, San Francisco, Presidio of San Francisco — Bicentennial Tree — Presidio of San Francisco —
On Anza Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Commemorating 200 years of America’s freedom — — Map (db m286009) HM
296 ► California, San Joaquin County, Stockton — Stagg Stadium —
Near Larry Heller Drive.
University of the Pacific initially played football on the campus in 10,000 seat Baxter Stadium, with several featured contests moved to the larger Grape Bowl in Lodi. Following the undefeated 1949 season, the enthusiasm for the Tigers playing . . . — — Map (db m201273) HM
297 ► California, San Luis Obispo County, Atascadero — Your American Heritage Monument —
Near El Camino Real near Mercedes Avenue ( Route 41), on the right when traveling north.
The purpose of this monument is to forever stand as a tribute to our nation's Founding Fathers who created the two most important documents that laid the foundation of our country: the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. This . . . — — Map (db m67581) HM
298 ► California, San Luis Obispo County, Cambria — Cambria Veterans' Memorial —
On Main Street at Cambria Road, on the left when traveling north on Main Street.
Dedicated to All Veterans and the Community of Cambria American Legion Post 432 May 29, 1989 — — Map (db m81800) WM
299 ► California, San Mateo County, Millbrae — George Lange Kelly —
Near Poplar Avenue at Lansdale Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Presented by Millbrae American Legion Post No. 417 to honor George Lange Kelly, our member since 1937. Elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973. For establishing world records while playing with the New York Giants, Pittsburgh, . . . — — Map (db m229561) HM
300 ► California, San Mateo County, Redwood City — Grand Army of the Republic — The Historic Union Cemetery — Redwood City, CA —
Near Woodside Road (California Route 84) north of Hess Road, on the right when traveling south.
The GRAND ARMY of the REPUBLIC was a fraternal organization composed of honorably discharged veterans of the Union Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Revenue Cutter Service who served in the American Civil War. Founded in 1866, it grew to include about . . . — — Map (db m202545) HM

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