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1st Iraq & Desert Storm War Topic

 
By Brandon D Cross, December 3, 2023
Desert Storm Veterans Marker
101 ► Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville — Desert Storm Veterans — Veterans Memorial Park —
Near SW 41st Place at SW 75th Street, on the left when traveling east.
. . . — — Map (db m245217) WM
102 ► Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville — Global War on Terror — Veterans Memorial Park —
Near SW 41st Place at SW 75th Street.
Operation Enduring Freedom 7 Oct. 2001 Operation Iraqi Freedom 19 Mar 2003 — 31 Aug 2010 Tomorio Burkett Travis Rivero Jeffrey Mattison Wershow Raymond F. Jones, Jr. Christopher T. Neiberger D. Wayne Vincent Philip . . . — — Map (db m237897) WM
103 ► Florida, Brevard County, Melbourne — Persian Gulf War — [Melbourne Military Memorial Park] —
Near Oak Street south of East Hibiscus Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
The Persian Gulf War [Desert Storm] began when Iraq invaded Kuwait. In early January, 1991, the United States and United Nations forces began an offensive drive that ended when Iraq forces withdrew from Kuwait. A cease fire went into effect on . . . — — Map (db m195251) HM
104 ► Florida, Brevard County, Merritt Island — Operation Desert Storm — Veterans Memorial Center —
Near South Sykes Creek Parkway just south of Fortenberry Road, on the right when traveling north.
Timeline 1990 Aug. 2: Iraq Invades Kuwait Aug. 7: F-15’s Depart to Persian Gulf Aug. 7: USS Independence to Persian Gulf Nov. 8: 200,000 Troops Depart U.S. Nov. 29: U.N. Authorizes Force 1991 Jan. 12: U.S. Congress . . . — — Map (db m164667) HM WM
105 ► Florida, Brevard County, Merritt Island — Operation Enduring Freedom — Veterans Memorial Center —
Near South Sykes Creek Parkway close to Fortenberry Road, on the right when traveling north.
Their valor and sacrifice took the fight to the enemy likely saving many American lives at home. They gave the Afghan people their best chance in history to be free of fear and oppression. “All Gave Some Some Gave All” . . . — — Map (db m164673) WM
106 ► Florida, Citrus County, Inverness — Persian Gulf War Memorial —
On Courthouse Square at Old Main Street, on the left when traveling south on Courthouse Square.
. . . — — Map (db m77486) WM
107 ► Florida, Clay County, Starke — Florida National Guard and the Global War on Terrorism — Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park —
Near Local Route 16 at Tallahassee Street.
“We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail.” President George W. Bush Since the attack against the United States on 11 September 2001, the Florida National Guard has protected our nation’s security and provided combat . . . — — Map (db m181554) WM
108 ► Florida, Clay County, Starke — Korea, Vietnam, Desert Storm: (1950 forward) — Walk Through Time — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
Near Florida Route 16 at Tallahassee Street, on the right when traveling east.
With America’s armed forces completely integrated, the history of Black Floridian military service to this country cannot be separated from that of other citizens. When the country called, citizens responded in varying degrees of fervor. . . . — — Map (db m178690) HM
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109 ► Florida, Clay County, Starke — Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
Near Florida Route 16 at Tallahassee Street, on the right when traveling east.
Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm August 1990 – February 1991 In honor of Florida National Guard Soldiers and Airmen who served In special recognition and remembrance of SGT Tracey Brogdon Florida Army National Guard . . . — — Map (db m178490) WM
110 ► Florida, Clay County, Starke — The Green Berets — Florida Army National Guard — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
Near Tallahassee Street south of Minden Street, on the left when traveling south.
Special Forces Airborne Dedicated To The Members and Families of the 3rd Battalion 20th Special Forces Group (Airborne) Florida Army National Guard — — Map (db m178098) WM
111 ► Florida, Columbia County, Lake City — Operation Desert Storm —
On North Marion Avenue at Justice Street, on the right when traveling north on North Marion Avenue.
Dedicated July 3, 1991 by the Northeast Florida Leadership Council Inc. In Honor of the Columbia County Desert Storm Military Personnel — — Map (db m239707) WM
112 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — “Spirit of Cecil Field” — Hero’s Walk and Freedom Trees — POW-MIA Memorial and Museum —
On POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy at Lake Newman St when traveling north on POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy.
From this master jet base naval aviators have served their country in times of war and peace. It is this “Spirit of Cecil Field” which provides naval carrier forces capable of responding worldwide. In the course of this response some . . . — — Map (db m135843) WM
113 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — “The Spirit of Cecil Field” —
On Simpson Way 0.1 miles south of Crossover Street, on the left when traveling south.
This F-18C Hornet is dedicated to the men and woman who served their country with honor at Naval Air Station Cecil Field 1941-1999 — — Map (db m135834) WM
114 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — Chapel of the High-Speed Pass — Historic Landmark —
On POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy at Lake Newman Street, on the left when traveling north on POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy.
Although much of the military infrastructure and facilities still remain after the closure of NAS Cecil Field in 1999, the base chapel has come to be recognized as the physical embodiment of the “Spirit of Cecil Field” defined by . . . — — Map (db m136258) HM WM
115 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — LCDR M. Scott Speicher — Hero’s Walk and Freedom Trees —
Near POW-MIA Memorial Parkway at Lake Newman Street when traveling north.
The Freedom Tree Unselfish dedication and devotion by preserving universal freedom through the ultimate sacrifice of giving one’s life so that mankind will remain Free This tree is dedicated to: LCDR. M. Scott Speicher VFA-81 . . . — — Map (db m135847) WM
116 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — Lt. Robert J. Dwyer — Hero’s Walk and Freedom Trees —
On POW-MIA Memorial Parkway at Lake Newman Street when traveling north on POW-MIA Memorial Parkway.
The Freedom Tree Unselfish dedication and devotion by preserving universal freedom through the ultimate sacrifice of giving one’s life so that mankind will remain Free This tree is dedicated to: LT. Robert J. Dwyer CVW-8 . . . — — Map (db m135850) WM
117 ► Florida, Duval County, Jacksonville, Southwest Jacksonville — Operation Desert Shield 1990/Operation Desert Storm 1991 —
On POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy at Lake Newman Street, on the right when traveling south on POW-MIA Memorial Pkwy.
America’s strength lies in the men and women who prepare to defend the ideals of this great country to the fullest. The highest sacrifice anyone can make is to give one’s life so that universal freedom throughout the free world remains steadfast. . . . — — Map (db m136285) WM
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118 ► Florida, Flagler County, Palm Coast — Operation Desert Storm —
Near Broad St 0.1 miles east of Indian River Ave.
. . . — — Map (db m115253) WM
119 ► Florida, Gadsden County, Quincy — Veterans Memorial —
Near North Adams Street (State Road 267) at East Jefferson Street (U.S. 90).
In memory of Gadsden County Veterans who gave their lives during the Korean Conflict, Vietnam Era, Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, Persian Gulf Our Fallen Heroes on renown eternal camping grounds, their silent graves are spread, . . . — — Map (db m79719) WM
120 ► Florida, Hardee County, Wauchula — Operation Desert Shield/Storm —
On West Main Street at South 9th Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West Main Street.
In honor of The men and women of Hardee County who served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm — — Map (db m277837) WM
121 ► Florida, Highlands County, Avon Park — To Those Who Served — Desert Shield / Desert Storm —
On West Main Street (Florida Route 17) at Forest Avenue, in the median on West Main Street.
Ester Adams • Richard Adams • Tommy Alford • Willie Allen Jr • Robert Ambrose • Michael Andres • Randell Andrews • David Annis • Jeffrey Antley • Mark A. Appenzellar • Michael Aquino • Brain Arabinko • Clifford Armstrong • Charles Asbury • Samuel . . . — — Map (db m218313) WM
122 ► Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa, Clair-Mel City — Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf — 8/22/1934 - 12/27/2012 —
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
"I have seen in your eyes a fire of determination to get this war job done quickly. My confidence in you is total, our cause is just. Now you must be the thunder and lightning of Desert Storm."
Norman . . . — — Map (db m194310) HM WM
123 ► Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa, Clair-Mel City — Operation Desert Shield — 1990 - 1991 — Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
August 2: About 100,000 Iraqi troops invaded Kuwait, initiating the Gulf War. The U.N. Security Council passed Resolution 660 demanding Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait immediately and unconditionally. August 4: Kuwait was under Iraqi control . . . — — Map (db m194848) HM WM
124 ► Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa, Clair-Mel City — Operation Desert Storm — 1991 - 1995 — Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
January 12: U.S. Congress passed a joint resolution authorizing the use of military force to drive Iraq out of Kuwait. January 16: First U.S. government statement of Operation Desert Storm made. January 17: The air war commenced at . . . — — Map (db m194861) HM WM
125 ► Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa, Clair-Mel City — The Gulf War — Code Name Desert Shield and Desert Storm — Hillsborough County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near U.S. 301 0.2 miles south of East Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The Gulf War, code named Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Lasted 6 Months, 3 Weeks And 5 Days. In Response to Iraq’s Invasion and annexation of Kuwait on 2 August 1990, the United States led a coalition of 34 nations which brought economic . . . — — Map (db m194184) HM WM
126 ► Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa, Downtown — MacDill: 1950 to 2000 — The Base Maneuvers Through the Years —
Near North Ashley Drive north of East Whiting Street, on the left when traveling north.
3 F-80 Shooting Stars Fly to Korea In February 1951, MacDill's 307th deployed to Okinawa for the Korean conflict. It was one of the first units to move its fighting forces overseas. MacDill During Vietnam During the Vietnam conflict, . . . — — Map (db m34149) HM
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127 ► Florida, Lake County, Mt Dora — The World War — 1917 • 1918 —
On North Baker Street at East 5th Street, on the left when traveling north on North Baker Street.
In reverent memory of the men of Mount Dora who gave their lives in The World War Erected by Mount Dora Post American Legion July 4, 1931 — — Map (db m143759) WM
128 ► Florida, Monroe County, Key West — Eloy Angel Rodriguez — Veterans Memorial Gardens at Bayview Park —
Near Truman Avenue (U.S. US1) at Jose Marti Drive.
In Memory of Eloy Angel Rodriguez “Rod” June 26, 1956 — Feb. 21, 1991 Master Sergeant, U.S. Army - Ranger Killed in Action Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m224883) WM
129 ► Florida, Monroe County, Key West — Gulf War — Veterans Memorial Gardens at Bayview Park —
Near Truman Avenue (U.S. 1) at Jose Marti Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Gulf War Aug 2, 1990 - Feb 28, 1991 U.S. Military Battle Deaths 294 — — Map (db m224748) WM
130 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Fort Walton Beach — Leigh Ann Hester — Persian Gulf War —
On Miracle Strip Parkway, SE (U.S. 98) west of Pier Road, on the right when traveling west.
Ms. Hester is the first Army female to be awarded the Silver Star for Valor since World War II. The presentation was held at Camp Liberty, Iraq, on June 16, 2005. Sgt. Leigh Ann Hester of the 617th Military Police Company, a National Guard . . . — — Map (db m192263) HM
131 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Fort Walton Beach — Okaloosa County Desert Storm Memorial —
On Miracle Strip Parkway SE (U.S. 98) 0.1 miles west of Florida Place SE, on the right when traveling west.
In honor of America's heroes in Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m99338) WM
132 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — AC-130 Spectre — "The Ultimate End" —
Near Independence Road.
The AC-130 Spectre gunship evolved into the most heavily armed aircraft in history. It has a distinguished history and was used extensively in a multitude of roles during the Vietnam conflict. The AC-130 also flew combat during the USS . . . — — Map (db m99831) HM
133 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — AC-130H Spectre — "Wicked Wanda" —
Near Terry Avenue at Independence Road.
Project Pave Spectre began in 1971 to support combat operations in Southeast Asia. Eleven C-130Es were converted to AC-130Es and modified with 7.62mm, 20mm and 40mm guns, Infared and Low Light Level Television sensors, "Black Crow" detection set, . . . — — Map (db m99912) HM
134 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — Desert Shield and Desert Storm —
Near Independence Road.
  From early August 1990 to late February 1991, AFSOC participated in Operations DESERT SHIELD and DESERT STORM, the protection of Saudi Arabia and the liberation of Kuwait from Iraqi forces.   Active duty, Air Force Reserve, and Air National . . . — — Map (db m99797) HM WM
135 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — MC-130P Combat Shadow —
Near Oneal Avenue.
The Combat Shadow first entered service in 1964 as the HC-130P. During the Vietnam War, the aircraft performed multiple missions including combat search and rescue, command & control, and helicopter air refueling. The aircraft was designed to carry . . . — — Map (db m99869) HM
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136 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — MH-53 Pave Low —
Near Cody Avenue.
In May of 1980, the Air Force's newly operational fleet of nine HH-53H Pave Low combat search and rescue helicopters was abruptly transferred to special operations forces due to a highlighted lack of dedicated, long-range, vertical lift platforms in . . . — — Map (db m99873) HM WM
137 ► Florida, Okaloosa County, Hurlburt Field — Spirit 03 — AC-130H 69-6567 —
Near Cody Avenue.
  On January 31, 1991 while working a target over Kuwait fourteen Spectre crewmembers reached out and touched the face of God; they became true Ghostriders Maj Paul J. Weaver • SSgt Damon V. Kanuha • TSgt Robert K. Hodges Capt . . . — — Map (db m99798) WM
138 ► Florida, Okeechobee County, Okeechobee — Okeechobee County War Memorial —
Near NW Park Street at South Parrott Avenue ( Route 15), on the left when traveling east.
(center panel) “To the memory of those who gave their lives in World War I & II” Korea Clarence Alderman • Donald G. Barber • Henry T. Bass Jr. • Albert Berka Jr. • William Goodwin • Vernon M King • Claude Leitner • Durward . . . — — Map (db m272956) WM
139 ► Florida, Orange County, Orlando — Army SPC Jeffrey M. Wershow — Corporal Larry E. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum —
Near North Tanner Road 0.2 miles south of Josair Drive.
Army SPC Jeffrey M. Wershow Gainesville, FL July 6, 2003, Age 22 — — Map (db m211985) WM
140 ► Florida, Osceola County, St. Cloud — The Bell AH-1 Cobra —
Near 13th Street (U.S. 192) at Pennsylvania Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
The Bell AH-1 Cobra, “Snake”, was the world’s first specifically designed armed attack helicopter. During the Vietnam War, the need for a gunship to protect unarmed helicopters quickly became apparent, when many were lost to ground fire. First . . . — — Map (db m208619) HM
141 ► Florida, Pasco County, New Port Richey, Pasco Center Condo — Pasco County Veterans Memorial —
On Citizens Drive at State Street when traveling east on Citizens Drive.
“Freedom is not a cost free product t is paid for with the blood and lives of our Veterans.” H. Norman Schwarzkopf General, U.S. Army (Retired) World War I KIA Arnett, Wylie • Bekeart, John G. • Boone, Raymond L. • . . . — — Map (db m216801) WM
142 ► Florida, Pinellas County, Bay Pines — Battlefield Cross Memorial — Pinellas County War Veterans' Memorial Park —
Near Bay Pines Boulevard at 94th Street North, on the right when traveling east.
Lest They Be Forgotten Dedicated Memorial Day May 25, 2015 In memory of Pinellas County’s fallen killed in action during the Gulf War era Army SPC Brittany B. Gordon • Army CPL Frank R. Gross • Army SPC Arturo . . . — — Map (db m244412) WM
143 ► Florida, Polk County, Fort Meade — Fort Meade Veterans Memorial —
On West Broadway Street at Charleston Avenue on West Broadway Street.
This memorial is to honor all U.S. military veterans for serving our country with honor & self sacrifice to insure the freedom of the greatest country in the world United States of America Dedicated Nov. 11, 2006 American . . . — — Map (db m57357) WM
144 ► Florida, Polk County, Lakeland — Operations Desert Shield / Desert Storm — Veterans Memorial Park —
Near Lake Beulah Drive 0.1 miles north of Lime Street, in the median.
“This will not stand, this aggression against Kuwait.” President George H.W. Bush
On 2 August 1990 the Iraqi Army invaded and occupied Kuwait, which was met with international condemnation and . . . — — Map (db m193666) HM WM
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145 ► Florida, Putnam County, Palatka — Putnam County Persian Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm) Memorial —
On St Johns Avenue at South 5th Street, on the right when traveling west on St Johns Avenue.
1990 — 1991 In appreciation and memory of all military service personnel from Putnam County, Florida for bravery and service to our country during the Persian Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm) Erected and dedicated by the . . . — — Map (db m78109) WM
146 ► Florida, Santa Rosa County, Milton — Desert Storm/Enduring Freedom/Iraqi Freedom — Santa Rosa Veterans Memorial Plaza —
Near Willing Street 0.1 miles west of Caroline Street.
Desert Storm 1991 January 16, 1991 U.S. Attacks Iraqi Forces January 29, 1991 Iraq Attacks Saudi Arabia February 26, 1991 Allied Troops Liberate Kuwait City February 28, 1991 Allied . . . — — Map (db m152907) WM
147 ► Florida, Santa Rosa County, Navarre — AC-130 Spectre Crew Lost Near Kuwait —
On Navarre Parkway (U.S. 98) at Luneta Street, on the left when traveling west on Navarre Parkway.
With everlasting appreciation and in tribute to the AC-130 Spectre Crew lost near Kuwait in … Operation Desert Storm January 1991 Maj. Paul J. Weaver • Capt. Arthur Galvan • Capt. William D. Grimm • Capt. Dixon L. Walters, Jr. • 1st . . . — — Map (db m246567) WM
148 ► Florida, Sarasota County, Sarasota — Sarasota War Memorial / The Doughboy —
On Bayfront Drive at Main Street, on the right when traveling west on Bayfront Drive.
Sarasota War Memorial The Sarasota War Memorial was commissioned by American Legion Bay Post 30 and designed by architect Clare C. Hosmer. On November 11, 1928, it was dedicated at the city’s Five Points intersection in a ceremony observing . . . — — Map (db m148343) WM
149 ► Florida, Seminole County, Sanford — Second Seminole War — 1835-1842 —
On Seminole Boulevard north of North Park Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The Second Seminole War was the most costly war, in lives and money, ever fought by the United States government against Native Americans. This second of three wars resulted from the Treaty of Payne's Landing in 1832 which required the Seminoles to . . . — — Map (db m57542) HM
150 ► Florida, St. Johns County, St. Augustine — World War II Memorial — St. Johns Country. Florida —
On Cathedral Plaza at Charlotte Street, on the left when traveling west on Cathedral Plaza.
Memorial To Those Who Gave Their Lives In The Service Of Their Country In World War II “St. Johns County, Florida” “Through 1946” Army Adams, Horace H. • Babcock, Elliot C. • . . . — — Map (db m143655) WM
151 ► Florida, St. Lucie County, Fort Pierce — Mark 8 Mod 0 SEAL Delivery Vehicle [SDV] — National Navy UDT-Seal Museum —
Near U.S. A1A 0.3 miles south of Jackson Way, on the right when traveling north.
The Mark 8 Mod 0 SDV began replacing the Mk 7 SDVs in the early 1980s, and still remains in service today. The SDV is a “wet submersible,” and unlike a classic dry mini submarine, the boat fills with water and submerges. SEALs breath from . . . — — Map (db m186499) HM
152 ► Florida, St. Lucie County, Fort Pierce — SOC-6 Special Operations Craft-6 — National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum —
On U.S. A1A 0.3 miles Jackson Way, on the right when traveling north.
This boat is often referred to as a HSAC [High Speed Assault Craft]. It was built by United States Marine, Inc. [USMI] and delivered to Naval Special Warfare in 1990 as the 6th of the 42 Foot Special Operations Craft being used at that time. It . . . — — Map (db m186386) HM
153 ► Florida, Taylor County, Perry — “Liberation of Kuwait” — Taylor County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near North Jefferson Street (U.S. 221) at West Cherry Street, on the right when traveling north.
"Liberation of Kuwait” January 16, 1991 - February 27, 1991 In honor of those who served In honor of those who died Wounded 213 Deaths 133 POW/MIA 46 Total Casualties 392 — — Map (db m229936) WM
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154 ► Florida, Taylor County, Perry — War on Terror — “Gulf War” — Taylor County Veterans Memorial Park —
Near North Jefferson Street (U.S. 221) at West Cherry Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Persian Gulf War of 1991 was fought between Iraq and a coalition of 39 countries. The United States government called the war "Operation Desert Storm”. The coalition had formed after Iraq invaded Kuwait on Aug. 2, 1990. On November 29, 1990, The . . . — — Map (db m229913) HM WM
155 ► Florida, Volusia County, Daytona Beach — Operations Desert Shield & Desert Storm — 1990 - 1993 — Tom Staed Veterans Memorial Bridge —
On Silver Beach Avenue 0.3 miles east of City Island Parkway, on the right when traveling west.
After the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq, U.S. and coalition military forces were deployed to liberate Kuwait and protect Saudi Arabia. Allied forces acted swiftly, driving the Iraqi forces out of Kuwait within 100 hours. Combat operations ended on . . . — — Map (db m154952) WM
156 ► Florida, Volusia County, Daytona Beach — Persian Gulf War Memorial —
Near North Beach Street north of International Speedway Boulevard (U.S. 92), on the right when traveling north.
The Desert Storm Support Group of the Halifax Area proudly honor our men and women who served with pride in the Persian Gulf War January 16, 1991 - February 27, 1991 — — Map (db m50563) WM
157 ► Georgia, Chatham County, Savannah, Historic District North — USS Savannah (AOR 4) —
On West River Street at Barnard Street, on the left when traveling east on West River Street.
Commissioned December 5, 1970 as a multipurpose replenishment oiler, this ship became the fifth United States Navy ship to bear the name Savannah. During underway replenishment, this “one-stop store at sea” transferred fuel, ammunition, food . . . — — Map (db m257744) HM
158 ► Georgia, Clayton County, Jonesboro — The M 102 105 Howitzer —
On American Legion Way at South Main Street, on the right when traveling east on American Legion Way.
The M102 105 mm howitzer is used in air mobile (helicopter), attack plane, and light infantry operations. The weapon carried is lightweight welded aluminum, mounted on a variable recoil mechanism. The weapon is manually loaded and positioned, and . . . — — Map (db m285892) HM
159 ► Georgia, Clayton County, Riverdale — Riverdale Veterans Memorial —
On Main Street (Georgia Route 139) at West Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.
Dedicated to the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces Because they served freedom rings Reverse World War II S/N Edward A. Brown Navy • S/N Joseph S. Brown Navy • Cpl. Thomas E. Brown . . . — — Map (db m286002) WM
160 ► Georgia, Dougherty County, Albany — Spec 4 James Earl Worthy — Albany Veterans Park —
Near South Front Street at West Oglethorpe Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
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161 ► Georgia, Forsyth County, Cumming — Gulf War — Desert Storm (Shield) 1990-1991 —
Near Vision Drive.
The Gulf War was a 1990-1991 armed campaign waged by a 39-country military coalition in response to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. — — Map (db m267363) HM
162 ► Georgia, Fulton County, Atlanta, South Downtown — Southwest Asia Campaign (Persian Gulf Conflict) — Desert Shield/Desert Storm/Provide Comfort — August 2, 1990 - —
Near Piedmont Avenue Southeast at Martin Luther King Jr Drive Southeast, on the right when traveling north.
"The Soldier above all other people prays for peace for he must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war." General Douglas MacArthur Georgia remembers its citizen/soldier Participation and sacrifices for duty, . . . — — Map (db m215905) WM
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163 ► Georgia, Houston County, Warner Robins, Robins Air Force Base — AC-130A “Spectre” — Aircraft Collection — Museum of Aviation —
Near Heritage Boulevard at Oak Avenue (U.S. 129), on the right when traveling north.
By Lockheed During the 1950s the C-130 "Hercules" was originally designed as an assault transport, but it was adopted for a variety of missions. The C-134 primarily performs the intratheater portion of the airlift mission. The aircraft is . . . — — Map (db m249047) HM
164 ► Georgia, Houston County, Warner Robins, Robins Air Force Base — Desert Storm & Beyond — “Wars on Terrorism” — Museum of Aviation Freedom Park —
Near Heritage Boulevard at Oak Avenue (U.S. 129), on the left when traveling north.
A U.S.-led coalition defeated Iraq in Desert Storm, the Persian Gulf War of 1991 that erupted after Saddam Hussein's forces invaded an occupied Kuwait; Iraq’s neighbor to the south. The, United Nations Security Council authorized the coalition to . . . — — Map (db m249248) HM
165 ► Georgia, Jackson County, Jefferson — Jackson County War Memorial —
On Washington Street (Business U.S. 129) at East Minden Street, on the left when traveling north on Washington Street.
Dedicated May 27, 1995 to those from Jackson County who died for us World War I Claude Borders • Jewel H. Hanson Allen C. Doster, A • Newton B. Dunnahoo, A • Henry T. Gillispie, A • Henry G. Golden • George A. Gordon, A • Esara . . . — — Map (db m184810) WM
166 ► Georgia, Lincoln County, Lincolnton — Lincoln County Veterans Monument —
On Humphrey Street at Perry Man Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Humphrey Street.
In Sacred Memory of the Men of Lincoln County Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice World War I Jesse H. Blackburn Titus B. Booker Richard E. Lewis Edward W. Smalley Ralph W. Humpreys Talmadge Bohler James C. Justice Thomas . . . — — Map (db m57611) WM
167 ► Georgia, McDuffie County, Thomson — VFW Post 6672 KIA Monument —
On McDuffie Avenue east of Church Street.
Vietnam War Sgt. John B. Gay 25 OCT 1967 PFC Robert R. White 22 APR 1968 LCLP Willie Mack 10 JUN 1969 Col. Thomas F. Case 31 May 1966 PFC Fred D. Hart 2 JAN 1967 Sgt. Harold J. Crawford 11 JUN 1969 Iraq . . . — — Map (db m87912) WM
168 ► Georgia, Muscogee County, Columbus — 1918 Diamond Jubilee 1993 Camp Benning / Fort Benning
On 15th Street at Dixon Drive, on the right when traveling east on 15th Street. Reported missing.
Side 1: In October 1918, the Infantry School of Arms was established on 80 acres of land near here. Camp Benning, later Fort Benning, was named in honor of Confederate Infantry General Lewis Benning, a Columbus resident. The camp’s first . . . — — Map (db m23176) HM
169 ► Georgia, Muscogee County, Fort Benning — 30th Infantry Division / 30th Armored Brigade Combat Team Memorial — "Old Hickory" —
Near Fort Benning Road 1.6 miles south of Matheson Road.
Front In honor and memory of all those who have defended freedom wearing Old Hickory since 1917 Workhorse of the Western Front World War I Somme Offensive Ypres-Lys Flanders 1918 World War II Normandy . . . — — Map (db m113788) WM
170 ► Georgia, Muscogee County, Fort Benning — 503d Infantry Regiment (Airborne) Memorial — World War II - Vietnam - War on Terrorism —
Near Fort Benning Road 1.6 miles south of Matheson Road.
Reverse side Combat Parachute Assaults Nadzab Markham Valley, New Guinea 5 September 1943 Kamiri Airfield Noemfoor Island, Dutch New Guinea 3-4 July 1944 "Operation Topside" Fortress Corregidor ("The Rock"), . . . — — Map (db m113723) WM
171 ► Georgia, Muscogee County, Fort Benning — 70th Infantry Div. — Trailblazers —
On Fort Benning Road 1.6 miles south of Matheson Road, on the right when traveling south.
  ★   ★   ★ In honor of all who served with the 70th Infantry Division especially those who made the supreme sacrifice World War II ★ War on Terrorism Erected and dedicated by members of the 70th Infantry . . . — — Map (db m114896) WM
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172 ► Georgia, Oconee County, Watkinsville — Korea / Vietnam / Operation Enduring Freedom / Operation Iraqi Freedom KIA Memorial —
Near Hog Mountain Road.
Killed in Action Korean War PVT Donald I. Bell• CPL Thomas R. Hardy Vietnam War PFC Lawrence A. Stalnaker• SPC William T. Pittman• SPC John T. Walls Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan) 1st SGT Luke . . . — — Map (db m208290) WM
173 ► Georgia, Pike County, Williamson — Williamson Veterans Memorial —
On Williamson Zebulon Road (U.S. 362) at 2nd District Road, on the left when traveling north on Williamson Zebulon Road.
The people of Williamson honor their veterans from Civil War Spanish American War World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam War Desert Storm "May there be peace over the land" — — Map (db m264473) WM
174 ► Georgia, Pike County, Zebulon — Pike County Veterans Memorial —
On Barnesville Street (Georgia Route 18) at Thomaston Street (U.S. 19), on the right when traveling west on Barnesville Street.
(Center panel) Dedicated to the everlasting memory of those from Pike County who gave their lives in the service of their country in World Wars I and II Korea and Vietnam (Left panel) World War I Ballard, A. R. . . . — — Map (db m264479) WM
175 ► Georgia, Rabun County, Clayton — Rabun County Service Memorial —
On West Savannah Street.
In honor of those who served Lebanon • Panama • Libya • Persian Gulf • Granada • Bosnia • Samalia • Kosovo • Afghanistan • Iraq — — Map (db m215062) WM
176 ► Georgia, Tift County, Tifton — M60A3 Tank —
On Central Avenue just north of Commerce Way, on the right when traveling north.
The M60A3 tank weighing 105,060 lbs. was designed to function as one of the main assault vehicles of an Armor/Mechanized Infantry/Infantry Division. This tank had a Continental Diesel Engine that had an allowable speed of 30 MPH. It had a cruising . . . — — Map (db m197676) HM WM
177 ► Georgia, Upson County, Thomaston — Timothy Bernard Seay, Jr. —
On South Church Street (U.S. 19) north of West Gordon Street ( Route 74), on the right when traveling north.
Persian Gulf Aug. 2, 1990 Timothy Bernard Seay, Jr. — — Map (db m264522) WM
178 ► Georgia, Walton County, Monroe — Walton County Persian Gulf Monument —
On South Midland Avenue at Court Street, on the right when traveling south on South Midland Avenue.
For those who served in the Persian Gulf
August 7, 1990 – February 27, 1991 — — Map (db m197737) WM
179 ► Georgia, Warren County, Warrenton — Warren County Desert Shield / Desert Storm Monument —
On Main Street (Jefferson Davis Memorial Highway) (State Highway 12), on the left when traveling west.
In recognition of Desert Shield - Desert Storm troops of Warren County, Georgia 1990-1991 — — Map (db m90473) WM
180 ► Georgia, Wilkes County, Washington — Wilkes County Desert Shield & Storm Memorial —
On Lexington Avenue (Business U.S. 78) at North Mercer Street, on the right when traveling east on Lexington Avenue.
Men and Women Who Served in Desert Shield & Storm 1990 From Wilkes County 1991 Sra. M. Anderson • Sra. R. J. Aycock • T. D. Bell • Sgt. L. G. Bradley • Cpt. D. L. Burns • S. Callaway • Pfc. W. R. Campbell • Ssgt. B. Carter III. • Spec. . . . — — Map (db m288135) WM
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181 ► Idaho, Ada County, Boise — Operation Desert Storm Memorial —
On N Capitol Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
This memorial is dedicated to all the service men & women from Idaho that served in Operation Desert Storm 1991 Including Capt. Paul R. Eichenlaub 2nd Capt. Douglas L. Bradt Sgt. Nels A. Moller Who made the ultimate sacrifice in . . . — — Map (db m267218) WM
182 ► Illinois, Carroll County, Savanna — Savanna Army Depot Activity —
On Crim Drive at Robbe Road, on the right when traveling west on Crim Drive.
The area that encompasses Savanna Army Depot was acquired in 1917 when the United States Congress authorized the commanding officer of Rock Island Arsenal to purchase certain lands for the test of field artillery. Savanna Proving Ground officially . . . — — Map (db m168273) HM WM
183 ► Illinois, Cook County, Chicago, Belmont Cragin — Shamrock Victory Memorial Field —
On North Austin Avenue north of West Belmont Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
A result of the Richard S. Clare '64 Memorial Appeal Initiated by Thomas W. Davies '64 Dedicated August 17, 2001 This athletic practice field is dedicated in recognition and honor of all St. Patrick Academy/High School alumni who served in . . . — — Map (db m255859) WM
184 ► Illinois, Cook County, Chicago, East Side — East Side Veterans Memorial —
On South Indianapolis Avenue (U.S. 41) at South Ewing Avenue on South Indianapolis Avenue.
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
185 ► Illinois, Cook County, Des Plaines — Gulf War, 1990-1991 —
On Lee Street east of Fargo Avenue.
Due to unresolved conflicts over national debts and petroleum rights, Iraq invaded and annexed the country of Kuwait in August 1990. The United States deployed military assets to the Persian Gulf and Saudi Arabia to prevent further Iraqi expansion. . . . — — Map (db m268641) HM WM
186 ► Illinois, Cook County, Oak Park — Ginkgo Biloba-Maidenhair Tree —
On Greenfield Street east of Forest Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the members of the armed forces who served the nation in Operation Desert Storm and veterans of all wars — — Map (db m297247) WM
187 ► Illinois, Cook County, Summit — The Freedom Run —
On Archer Road (Illinois Route 171) at 57th Street, on the right when traveling south on Archer Road.
In gratitude to those who served our country in the Middle East conflicts The Freedom Run commemorates and honors all past and present military personnel whether during peace or conflict for their brave dedication and patriotism in keeping . . . — — Map (db m258711) WM
188 ► Illinois, Henry County, Geneseo — Geneseo Gulf War Memorial —
On South State Street just south of West Pearl Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the men and women who served in the middle east. For all the members of the United States Armed Forces who endured blazon skies and scorching sand to ensure that those who called for freedom may be able to enjoy the same rights as . . . — — Map (db m160080) WM
189 ► Illinois, Jackson County, Carbondale — Iraq Wars —
Near South Washington Street at East Main Street ( Route 13).
When Saddam Hussein, the dictator of Iraq, invaded and seized Kuwait in August 1990, the UN and the US took it as an act of aggression. With UN sanction, a coalition of 24 nations led by President George Bush deployed half a million troops in the . . . — — Map (db m163488) HM
190 ► Illinois, Jersey County, Jerseyville — Persian Gulf —
On West Fairground Avenue at Walnut Street, on the right when traveling west on West Fairground Avenue.
Dedicated to the men and women from Jersey County, who served in the Persian Gulf "100 hour war" Jan. 16,1991 - April 11, 1991 — — Map (db m292228) WM
191 ► Illinois, Kane County, St. Charles — Capt. Chuck Cooper —
Near Riverside Avenue west of State Avenue.
In memory of Capt. Chuck Cooper and all those who have served in the defense of freedom — — Map (db m258104) WM
192 ► Illinois, Kendall County, Oswego — Gulf War — (1991) —
Near Main Street near Jefferson Street.
The Gulf War was a conflict between Iraq and a UN force led by the United States from January 17, 1991 through February 27, 1991. This conflict came about because of Iraq's invasion of neighboring Kuwait. The Iraqi forces were led by Saddam Hussein, . . . — — Map (db m272016) HM
193 ► Illinois, Livingston County, Pontiac — Desert Storm - War Memorial —
On North Mill Street north of West Washington Street, on the right when traveling north.
On boulder In Honor of our Desert Storm Veterans 1990       1991 Dedication Plaque May 17, 1992 - - a special dedication, memories - - sweet n’ bitter recollections. August 1990, U.S. troops deployed to a . . . — — Map (db m29759) WM
194 ► Illinois, Monroe County, Valmeyer — M102 Howitzer —
On South Meyer Avenue 0.1 miles west of Route 156, on the right when traveling west.
The M102 Howitzer fires a 33 pound projectile of semifixed ammunition and at charge 7 will fire 11,500 meters or 7 miles. A roller tire attached to the trail assembly of M102 permits the weapon to be rotated 6,400 mils around a firing platform, . . . — — Map (db m148203) WM
195 ► Illinois, Monroe County, Waterloo — Iraq, Afghanistan and the Global War On Terrorism Memorial —
On Lakeview Drive at South Library Street, on the right when traveling east on Lakeview Drive.
Dedicated to the men and women who served in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Global War On Terrorism — — Map (db m254826) WM
196 ► Illinois, Randolph County, Prairie du Rocher — In Dedication Honor and Memory —
On Henry Street (Illinois Route 155) at Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Henry Street.
In dedication honor and memory of those from our community who so valiantly served our country. They gave their today for our tomorrow. World War I Andrew Horrell • John W. LaRose • Joseph Park Vietnam War Howard E. . . . — — Map (db m170529) WM
197 ► Illinois, Randolph County, Red Bud — North County Area Veterans Memorial —
On West Market Street (Illinois Route 3) at Ratz Memorial City Park Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Market Street.
(center) Dedicated in memory of the North County area veterans who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. (left) Civil War William Degener • Conrad Dunker • — Koenig • Henry Nicholson • Adam Rietz • Henry . . . — — Map (db m171489) WM
198 ► Illinois, Saline County, Stonefort — Dedicated in Honor of Those Who Have Made the Supreme Sacrifice for Our Country —
On Wilson Street (U.S. 45) 0.3 miles north of Battleford Road (Chestnut Street) (County Highway 16), on the right when traveling north.
World War I Richardson, Michael   Army World War II Knowles, Clifford Lee   Marine Mitchell, Leonard L.   Army Bynum, Quentin   Army Buckner, Cecil Windel   Navy . . . — — Map (db m312698) WM
199 ► Illinois, Sangamon County, Springfield — Our Fallen Illinois Service Members —
On North MacArthur Blvd. just north of West Oak Ridge Street.
In memory of Our fallen Illinois service members in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi freedom "The torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans - born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and . . . — — Map (db m57341) WM
200 ► Illinois, St. Clair County, Fairview Heights — Southwest Asia Memorial —
On Bunkum Road just north of Fairview Drive, on the right when traveling north.
In memory Southwest Asia 1990 - 1995 — — Map (db m214262) WM

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