Don't weep for me
O' Land of the free
When it was my time to fall
'Twas for my country's call
'Twas for the land that I loved
That I gave my all
And for the land that I loved,
I did freely give
And in her freedom
And . . . — — Map (db m122607) WM
Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm
Persian Gulf War
1990-1991
In honor of
Major Barry Keith Henderson Senior Airman Ramono Levias Poole
"There is no one more elevated, more
committed to hard work of freedom,
than every . . . — — Map (db m192072) WM
What Started It?
On August 2, 1990, the Iraqi Army invaded and quickly overwhelmed Kuwait and declared it Iraq's nineteenth province.
The Result: Coalition forces from 34 countries, led by the US, began building up in . . . — — Map (db m268145) HM
The Phantom
The F-4 Phantom was the U.S. Air Forces fastest, highest-flying and longest-range fighter. It first flew May 27, 1958, and entered United States Air Force service in 1963. It was named Phantom II on July 3, 1959, during a . . . — — Map (db m69636) HM
Gulf War-1991
I am Nathan Oscar Pardner, a M1A1 Tank Gunner. I came into the Army in 1988 after a year in Junior College. I was assigned to the 2nd Battalion 33rd Armor of the 3rd Armored Division in Germany. I qualified as a Master Gunner . . . — — Map (db m85531) HM WM
The Memorial Fountain System begins with a flow of water cascading over the continuous weir, which is punctuated by 8 Black Granite Markers. This flow symbolizes the blood which has been spilled defending our nation's freedom and flows into the . . . — — Map (db m68728) WM
Following Iraqs invasion of its neighbor Kuwait on 2 August 1990, the United States rushed troops to the Middle East to defend Saudi Arabia and liberate Kuwait. After a build-up of forces, and the expiration of a UN Mandate ordering Iraq to leave . . . — — Map (db m85548) WM
The Sikorsky MH-53 is a variant of the USAF's HH-53 'Super Jolly Green Giant' air rescue helicopter, which was developed in turn from the US Navy's CH-53 'Sea Stallion' heavy lift helicopter. The MH-53 has been optimized for long-range . . . — — Map (db m64451) HM
Captured 20 Feb 91
during armed reconnaissance
by the 2-229th
Attack Helicopter Regiment
"Flying Tigers"
during Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m267740) WM
A Monument Committee, consisting of Susan Baggett, Chairman; Gladys Mason, Clara Blackmon, Jane Shelton Dale, Tommy McNeece, Bill Albritton and Mayor Henrietta Blackmon, was established on February 12, 2004. Their plan was to build a monument to . . . — — Map (db m68158) HM WM
Designed as an air-superiority fighter, the McDonnell
Douglas F-15 Eagle first flew in 1972 and entered
operational service in 1974. The F-15 has become the
longest-serving fighter in aviation history and has
seen extensive combat action. . . . — — Map (db m254408) HM WM
The F-4C Phantom II" entered the Air Force inventory in 1963 and continued to be produced through 1979. Phantoms were used at Eielson for alert duty between 1970 and 1982. The 43 Tactical Fighter Squadron and the 18 Fighter Squadron from . . . — — Map (db m256126) HM WM
"I love this country and the ideals upon which it was founded More than anything else, I care about the men and women who make up our military forces I do not want to see them either kill or be killed in a war that is not moral or . . . — — Map (db m181757) HM
Honoring Native American
Women Veterans
Dedicated February 22, 2003
American Legion Post 84
Sacaton, AZ
Sculptor: Oscar Urrea
Artist: Jim Covarrubias — — Map (db m32844) WM
In 1961 and again in 1973, Iraq had claimed that the nation of Kuwait was part of Iraq. On August 2, 1990, Iraq troops invaded the disputed area claimed by Kuwait. Iraqi invaders looted Kuwait, then headed toward Saudi Arabia. For several months, . . . — — Map (db m92241) HM WM
Headquarters & Headquarters Battery
1st Battalion
142nd Field Artillery
November 21, 1990 - September 17, 1991
In honor of those who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m242844) WM
Korea
1950 – 1953
Garlande Darter
Charles McCartney
Otis E. Hutchinson
Vietnam 1965-1975
Rickey Pyle
Otis E. Hutchinson, Jr.
John F. Schaffer
Wayne J. Sanders
Iraq
1990 – 1991
Charleston's . . . — — Map (db m120873) WM
In memory of
SPC. Steven Glen Mason
Sept. 27,1967 - Feb. 25, 1991
SFC. Earnest F. Mitchen Jr.
Sept. 14, 1949 - Apr. 13, 1991
"It is a worthy thing to fight for one's freedom. It is another sight finer to fight for another . . . — — Map (db m227816) WM
We, the residence of Lawrence Co., erect this memorial to express our love and most sincere appreciation for the distinguished service displayed by our troops in protecting and preserving our freedoms During the Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, . . . — — Map (db m169765) WM
In honor of the brave
Americans who served
and those that gave
their lives on behalf
of a grateful nation
Reverse
Gulf War
August 2, 1990 — February 28, 1991
Iraq War
March 20, 2003 — December . . . — — Map (db m121766) WM
Who Died in World War I G. Bulaich J.A. Cuneo F.S. Ferrari B.L Flitcraft B.F. Forbes LT. Griesabach P.W. Hamm J.R. Hyland A. Kretcher G. Koprivica R.E. Noce R. Pew W.H. Pritchard S.C. Quirollo R. Rugne C.P. Sevey . . . — — Map (db m85621) WM
Dedicated to the memory of all those veterans,
down through the years, who fought so valiantly
for their country.. Those who returned..
and those that did not.
From one who did not return from “Desert Storm”
Sgt. J. Scott . . . — — Map (db m35524) WM
China Lake is one of the nations premier weapons laboratories. Established in 1943, China Lake supports Naval aviation and warfighter requirements, and will continue to arm the Fleet into the future. The Station conceived of and developed rockets . . . — — Map (db m168225) HM
Panel 1: On loan from the United States Air Force, this F-4 Phantom II was acquired on November 7, 2001 from Edwards Air Force Base and transported to the Boeing Company facility at USAF Plant 42. Boeing volunteers worked many hours to . . . — — Map (db m51280) HM
[Panel #3]
This Veterans Memorial is Dedicated by the Employees of McDonnell Douglas Corporation to Honor the Sacrifices of the Men and Women who Have Served Our Nation in War and Peace.
More than 12,000 McDonnell Douglas Corporation . . . — — Map (db m101481) HM
At the break of dawn on August 2, 1990, Iraqi troops under the leadership of Saddam Hussein
invaded the tiny neighboring nation of Kuwait, occupying strategic posts throughout the
country. The Kuwaiti army was quickly overwhelmed, though they . . . — — Map (db m250170) HM WM
To Honor the Ingersoll Family and all who served aboard the two USS Ingersolls:
DD-652
1943-1946--WWII
1951-1970--Korea and Vietnam
DD-990
1980-1998Desert Storm — — Map (db m234805) WM
Fallen But Not Forgotten
In honor of our military fallen, those
who have served and those still serving,
we salute your sacrifices and
will never forget
This memorial is dedicated in memory of the
men and women of Napa County who
lost . . . — — Map (db m153419) WM
Sept. 27, 1943 - June 26, 2003
U.S. Navy "Seabee" Active Duty 11-1-62 to 11-1-72
U.S. Navy "Seabee" Reserve 11-1-72 to 11-1-92
Served in Operation Desert Storm Jan. - July 1991
City of Fountain Valley 5-22-1973 to 6-26-2003
Tom was an . . . — — Map (db m193464) WM
My God we are proud Mr. President,
Mr. Cheney and Colin and Norm.
For you and our troops in the Persian Gulf,
For your accomplishments in Desert Storm.
We're also proud of Reagan and Cap,
Who knew what had to be done.
On their . . . — — Map (db m217554) HM WM
In 2003, a group of Irvine residents came together at Northwood Community Park, recognizing military personnel for their service and honoring individuals who died in the line of duty while serving in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. The passionate and . . . — — Map (db m195049) HM WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Daniel J. Santee who died April 14, 2007 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the United States Marine Corps, II MarineExpeditionary Forces. He will be remembered as a hometown hero who made the ultimate . . . — — Map (db m215664) HM WM
The City of Mission Viejo honors
Jason D. Peto
who died December 7, 2010
during Operation Enduring Freedom
while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment,
1st Marine Division,
I Marine Expeditionary Force.
He will . . . — — Map (db m215655) WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Megan M. McClung who died December 6, 2006 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the United States Marine Corps, I Marine Expeditionary Forces Headquarters Group. She will be remembered as a hometown hero . . . — — Map (db m215665) HM WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Quoc Binh 'Bo' Tran who died November 7, 2004 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the California Army National Guard, 181st Support Battalion. He will be remembered as a hometown hero who made the . . . — — Map (db m215662) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of those who served honorably in the Third Infantry Division United States Army "Rock of the Marne"
"Nous restepons la"
World War I *Aisne *Champagne-Marne *Aisne-Marne *St Mihiel *Meuse-Argonne *Champagne
2 . . . — — Map (db m226428) WM
We honor here the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans held prisoner of war, and those still listed as Missing In Action since the time of the American Revolution. Some died from disease and starvation, some perished in death marches, . . . — — Map (db m54380) WM
[Panel 1a:]
The 1930s
With war clouds gathering over the Pacific, in 1936 Congress authorized the construction of the Sacramento Air Depot. The Army Air Corp envisioned that the new depot would support operations on the West Coast, . . . — — Map (db m57199) WM
We Remember
That smile, that twinkle or tear in your eye,
that laugh;
We remember
when you were growing up on the streets,
the grocery stores, the soda fountains, pharmacies and shops;
We remember
When you attended our . . . — — Map (db m63923) WM
For decades the distinctive sound of the AH-1 has struck fear in those in opposition to Marines around the world. It has flown in conflict over the skies of Vietnam, Grenada, Iraq and Afghanistan.
With primary missions of close air support and . . . — — Map (db m308260) HM WM
Developed from the venerable AH-1J "Sea Cobra", the AH-1W "Super Cobra" retained the familiar twin bladed sound that bolstered Marine Resolve and incited terror in those they faced. Since 1986 the AH-1W has participated in a wide variety of . . . — — Map (db m243694) HM
The iconic CH-46, with its unique tandem rotor design, has been flown by generations of Marine Aviators. First taking flight in August of 1962, it has seen extensive action from the rice paddies of Vietnam to the deserts and mountains of Iraq and . . . — — Map (db m308262) HM WM
From the roof of the U.S. Embassy in Saigon in 1975, to the deserts of Iraq and Afghanistan the UH-1 has been critical to Marine Corps operations around the world. First flown in October of 1956, it was adopted by the Marine Corps in 1963. Since . . . — — Map (db m308261) HM WM
Dedicated to the lasting memory of those from the City of San Carlos and San Carlos High School who gave their lives while serving with the Armed Forces of the United States of America during the Vietnam War and in the Persian Gulf.
They fought . . . — — Map (db m18337) WM
In honor of San Mateos adopted sons of the 101st. Airborne Division and native sons and daughters who served proudly in Vietnam and the Persian Gulf. — — Map (db m29184) WM
Remember those who
Remembered us.
The Living – The Dead
The POW – The MIA
They Will Not Be Forgotten.
Dedicated November 11. 1989
Founder Glen R. Perales Vietnam Vet
W.W. I
Sterling Pack H. . . . — — Map (db m19462) WM
[ First Marker - See Photo #1 ]
Veterans Memorial Building
American Legion Post 58 & Auxiliary
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3154 & Auxiliary
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 119 & . . . — — Map (db m31933) WM
[First Marker]
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR 1898
The Spanish-American War was a turning point in American history. It marked the first time that we sent troops overseas to defend freedom. Whether at San Juan Hill or Manila Bay, these founders of . . . — — Map (db m15707) WM
"From these honored dead, we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave their last full measure of devotion, that we highly resolve that the dead shall not have died in vain."
World War I
Virgil W. . . . — — Map (db m57595) WM
First Lieutenant Thomas C. Bland Co-Pilot Captain William T. Grimm Navigator Captain Arthur Galvin Fire Control Officer Captain Dixon L. Walters Electronic Warfare Officer Staff Sergeant Damon V. Kanuha Flight Engineer Staff Sergeant Mark . . . — — Map (db m295632) HM WM
The 10th did not fade away after being deactivated following victory in World War II. Many of its veterans accomplished significant achievements in business, sports, and other endeavors. Some, like Bob Dole, (left below), 1988 GOP presidential . . . — — Map (db m289996) HM
After Southeast Asia, the ARS modified nine of its HH-53s with
a night/all-weather capability. However, after the failure of the
Iranian rescue mission in April 1980, these aircraft were transferred
from the ARS to Air Force Special Operations . . . — — Map (db m232052) HM
Activated June 3, 1917 - Kelly Fld, Tex.
Deactivated Aug. 28, 1992 - Bergstrom AFB, Tex.
Served with distinction and honor in:
World War I World War II Korea
Vietnam Desert Storm
In Dedication
Dedication to all those men who . . . — — Map (db m163088) WM
In Memory of those who served, those who gave their lives
and those who now serve defending our
precious gift of Freedom.
71st Fighter Squadron
1 Jan. 1941 - 30 June 1971
71st Tactical Fighter Squadron
1 July 1971 - 31 . . . — — Map (db m162170) WM
On 6 February, 1991, while assigned to
the 706th Tactical Fighter Squadron,
926th Tactical Fighter Group,
Capt. Robert R. Swain, USAFA 79, scored
the first ever air-to-air victory in an
A-10 aircraft. Capt. Swain shot down an
Iraqi Bo . . . — — Map (db m255124) HM
50 Aces 678 Enemy Aircraft Destroyed
20 Battle Streamers 10 Presidential Unit Citations
Deployed January 1942, the first air force to leave the
U.S. at the start of WWII, engaged in campaigns spanning
the Pacific as the leading group . . . — — Map (db m162956) HM WM
By the end of the 1980s, military focus began to shift away from the
waning Soviet threat and toward other emerging threats around the
globe. One of the most significant examples of these threats was Saddam
Hussein in Iraq.
In August 1990, . . . — — Map (db m232289) HM
Though our land be continually tried & hallowed,
freedom does still ring
We are forever grateful and proud of you...
our country's service personnel
in the Middle East war
PFC Sean A. Ray 1st Lt. James S. Sammons Lt. NIck Starika . . . — — Map (db m158557) WM
In honor and memory
of all men and women
who served in the
Armed Forces of the
United States of America
[State Seals of the]
Four Corners U.S.A.
Dedicated July 4, 1991 — — Map (db m160176) WM
Persian Gulf War
In Honor Of
The Men And Women
Who Served In The
Armed Forces Of The
United States To
Preserve Freedom
And Liberty For All
Dedicated
May 27, 1991 — — Map (db m32901) WM
Fairfield Honor Roll
In Honor of the Men and Women who Have Served In
World War I World War II Korea Vietnam Persian Gulf
[ far left panel ]
Korea [ 559 names listed]
[ left panel ]
World War I [ . . . — — Map (db m27370) WM
Town of East Haddam Conn
Roll of Honor
Steven E. Adams Donnie Bartunek Charles A. Brandt George S. Heil John M. Kananowicz John R. McGhie Douglas Smith Edward Ramsdell William J. Rose Gary A. Soja John S. Wadsworth Robert . . . — — Map (db m84009) WM
August 7, 1994
This plaque is in recognition
of all the men and women
from Bristol and Forestville
who served their country
with pride during the
Persian Gulf War, Operation
Desert Storm. — — Map (db m33520) WM
Naugatuck Honors the Men and Women who Served Their Country in Time of Need
[ Center panel ]
Vietnam
Alho, Antonio L. Brewer, Samuel A. Carney, James P. Fabrisi, Pail E. Holland, Joseph P. Schultz, John P. . . . — — Map (db m23918) WM
Town Of Thomaston
dedicated in honor
of those who served
[ far left tablet ]
Wars And Conflicts
Braucci, Andrew D. Vietnam Dipesa, John A. Persian Gulf Duffany, Lawrence F. Vietnam Grabherr, Edward T. Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m28575) WM
To Those Who Served Our Country In Time of War They Gave Their Today For Our Tomorrow World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam War Persian Gulf War Iraqi Freedom Donated by Junior Womens Club of Wolcott Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1979 . . . — — Map (db m22368) WM
We fight not to enslave
but to set a country free
and to make room upon the
earth for honest men to live
T. Paine 1739 1809
The Persian Gulf
Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m195570) WM
[ left plaque ]
Korea
1950 1953
Anstett, John W. Barbour, Frederick S. Bazzano, John C. Beecher, Casil W., Jr. Bennett, James A. Blatz, William A. Bruey, Lyle D. Capocefalo, John A., Jr. Colwell, Leo F. Cook, . . . — — Map (db m30015) WM
Korean Conflict
Persian Gulf
To The Men And Women
Who Served During
The Korean Conflict
And The Persian Gulf
And To Those Who Gave
Their Lives For Freedom
Dedicated May 30, 1995 — — Map (db m29896) WM
Civil War
1861-1865
★★★
Bradley Franklin
Bush Timothy G.
Dibble Elizur B.
Hall Roger
Hotchkins John
Howd W. Theodore
Page Henry
Paine Richard J.
Palmer W. Bradley
Tucker Lewis M. . . . — — Map (db m265540) WM
This monument is dedicated to the citizens of Madison who have served our nation in the Armed Services since 1975. Their dedication to service in numerous conflicts, campaigns, and operations continues to protect our liberty, freedom and way of . . . — — Map (db m243185) WM
This memorial will forever honor the men and women who
bravely served during the Gulf War and War on Terror eras
The actions of those who answered the call to duty will be remembered for their
sacrifice in defense of freedom and liberty
Amy . . . — — Map (db m101742) WM
In memory of our U.S. heroes who have sacrificed their lives by fighting for freedom in the War in Iraq. May they rest in peace. Dedicated by The Happy Club of Stamford 2007 — — Map (db m53766) WM
[North side]
Vietnam Era Veterans 1963 – 1974
V Christopher O"Brien Ashe Dana Graham Brayton Timothy Gustav Bucky William Charles Cable John Walter Carpenter John Paul Coniglio V Peter Alan Cote V Arthur Thomas . . . — — Map (db m30815) WM
Honoring the service and sacrifices of the Delaware heroes who fought and died to keep America free in the conflicts in the Middle East and Afghanistan. — — Map (db m190731) WM
Desert Shield Desert Storm
A tribute to all members of the United States Armed Forces who gallantly and courageously performed their duties during the Desert Shield Operation and the Desert Storm War Action in Kuwait-Iraq and Saudi . . . — — Map (db m146110) WM
To the students of the University of Delaware who died in the service of their country during Asian Conflicts
Bird, Leonard A. '66 — Vietnam
Flaherty, Kevin G. '63 — Vietnam
Johnson, James R., Jr. '56 — Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m154201) WM
Office of the Adjutant General
State Armory
Wilmington
20 March 1991
Permanent Orders 10-1(S)
McCoy, James Robert - Corporal Troop K 2D
Armored Cavalry Regiment United States Army Amberg Germany
The . . . — — Map (db m240823) HM WM
The centerpiece of this memorial, a beautiful obelisk atop a structure of military sandbags, was built by the 512th Maintenance Squadron, Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, and retired Chief Master Sergeant, First Sergeant, Michael Bellerose. The . . . — — Map (db m272544) HM WM
[Inscriptions on the original memorial (1924)]
First Division, United States Army, American Expeditionary Forces, June 1917 - September 1919.
Erected by the memorial association of the First Division and patriotic friends to . . . — — Map (db m17629) WM
The F-16 became the D.C. Air National Guard alert duty aircraft on Sept. 11, 2001. For twelve years, this capable fighter has responded to more than 4,000 individual alert missions over the District of Columbia. The U.S. Air Force has flown the . . . — — Map (db m74097) HM WM
The F-16 became the D.C. Air National Guard alert duty aircraft on Sept. 11, 2001. For twelve years, this capable fighter has responded to more than 4,000 individual alert missions over the District of Columbia. The U.S. Air Force has flown the . . . — — Map (db m213155) HM
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
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
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