On Providence Boulevard (Alternate U.S. 41) at Walker Street, on the right when traveling south on Providence Boulevard.
Two hundred yards south is the stone blockhouse of the Valentine Sevier Station. On November 11, 1794, this early outpost was attacked by an Indian band composed primarily of Cherokees. Valentine Sevier, a brother of Tennessee's first governor, lost . . . — — Map (db m88857) HM
On Walker Street, 0.1 miles south of Providence Boulevard (Alternate U.S. 41), on the right when traveling south.
Col. Valentine Sevier, defender of the early
settlers of this community, on July 11, 1792
purchased from George Cook, for the sum of
100 pounds, 640 acres, lying between this
point and Cumberland and Red Rivers,
known as Red Paint . . . — — Map (db m89073) HM
Wetlands are areas that are covered with water or have water near the surface. The amount of water coverage determines what types of plants and animal life live there. They provide places for migrating waterfowl such as ducks and geese a place to . . . — — Map (db m225276) HM
Near Commerce Street east of North Spring Street, on the left when traveling east.
When the war began, the South had few ironworks capable of producing cannons. Confederate Chief of Ordnance Josiah Gorgas noted that "we were not making a gun, a pistol nor a sabre, no shot nor shell." Soon, however, Clarksville's Whitfield, Bradley . . . — — Map (db m122955) HM
On U.S. 41A at Mt. Carmel Road, on the right when traveling north on U.S. 41A.
This statesman settled 2 mi. N., 1802. Born 1768, was secretary to the governor, Territory South of the River Ohio, later a judge in the state's first Superior Court of Law & Equity. Elected governor after a term in the Legislature, he served six . . . — — Map (db m29872) HM
On Wilma Rudolph Boulevard (U.S. 79) at Slate Road, on the right when traveling north on Wilma Rudolph Boulevard.
Born on June 23, 1940, Wilma G. Rudolph, a native of Clarksville, overcame illness, poverty and segregation to become an Olympic champion sprinter. A graduate of Burt High School, she won a bronze medal in the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne, . . . — — Map (db m88882) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
This C-47 is a replica of the one that transported Major General Maxwell D. Taylor and the 101st Screaming Eagles to their "Rendevous with Destiny" in the invasion of Normandy, 6 June 1944.
This type of aircraft was used extensively throughout . . . — — Map (db m247050) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd on Tennessee Avenue.
In memory of our friends and comrades who made the supreme sacrifice during World War II God bless them. May they rest in eternal peace.
Division HDQS. CCA - CCB - CCR
Div. Artillery - Div. Trains
119th Armored Engineer BN.
134th Armored . . . — — Map (db m246188) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
20th Armored Division
European Theater
Danube - Dachau - Munich
This monument is dedicated to the memory of old friends and comrades who contributed to the liberation of Dachau concentration camp and Munich, both those who served, and . . . — — Map (db m247752) WM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
The 327th Infantry Regiment, 164th Infantry Brigade, 82nd Infantry Division was organized on 17 September 1917 at Fort Gordon, Georgia. The division arrived in France in spring 1918. The 327th saw combat at St. Mihiel, which was the first operation . . . — — Map (db m248084) HM
On Currahee Street at Kentucky Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Currahee Street.
M-167 Vulcan Air Defense System (VADS) Designed to protect forward area combat units and rear logistical assets, the Vulcan was a towed, short-range anti-aircraft gun used by the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) during Operation Desert . . . — — Map (db m247041) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Airborne - All the Way
This memorial is dedicated
to the 173D Airborne Brigade
(SKY SOLDIERS)
Those who served
Those who have fought
Those who have fallen
And those who continue to serve.
Tien Bien
25 June 1963 to 14 January . . . — — Map (db m247025) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
In Honor of Those Who Served in the 11th Airborne Division Feb. 25, 1943 - July 1, 1958
Seen at both ends of the memorial:
The 11th Airborne Pyramid of Honor
During World War II and the Korean War, Heroes of the 11th Airborne Division . . . — — Map (db m246186) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Bell AH-1G Cobra
Designed during the early stages Vietnam War, the Cobra provided fire support to grounds forces, escorted transport helicopters, and conducted armed reconnaissance. The Boeing AH-64 Apache replaced the Cobra in the U.S. Army, . . . — — Map (db m247912) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends
Christopher Scott Seifert, CPT USA 23 March 2003
Gregory Stone, MAJ USAF 25 March 2003
Evan Asa Ashcraft, SGT USA 24 July 2003
Raheen Tyson Heighter, . . . — — Map (db m248086) WM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
The 327th Glider Infantry Regiment earned its nickname, "The Battling Bastards of Bastogne" in December, 1944. The 101st Airborne Division was ordered to defend the town of Bastogne. On 19 December the 327th arrived with the Division and manned . . . — — Map (db m248081) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
The Battle for An Najaf, Iraq, was fought from 30 March 2003 to 2 April 2003. The actions in An Najaf were a historic step for US forces in the war
against Saddam Hussein. "Bastogne" Soldiers utilized a full range of precision combat power . . . — — Map (db m248033) HM
On 5101 Tennessee St at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on 5101 Tennessee St.
Equipped with the distinctive Mast Mounted Sight (MMS) over the rotors, which allowed for precise targeting, day and night, the OH- 58D became a beloved source of Close Air Support (CAS) for ground forces. Small and highly maneuverable, it supported . . . — — Map (db m247044) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Nicknamed the "Huey," the UH-1 was the workhorse of Vietnam. Originally designed in 1957 as a medical evacuation helicopter, its use as a troop carrier soon became apparent. It delivered Soldiers rapidly to the battlefield and could move wounded . . . — — Map (db m247032) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
This CH-47A (serial number 12)
was used for troop movement,
artillery
placement,
and
battlefield resupply during the
Vietnam War. Its twin-engine,
tandem rotor design made it
the heavy lift helicopter of the
U.S. Army. The modern CH-47F
is . . . — — Map (db m247036) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the right when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Born in 1892 and commissioned in 1917, Don Forrester Pratt was a crucial source of wisdom and experience as the first Deputy Commander of the 101st Airborne Division, especially to young Regimental and Battalion Commanders. He was the highest . . . — — Map (db m246182) HM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Because of the rapid pace of Air Assault operations, each combat brigade in the Division was provided a "slice" of the DISCOM for immediate and direct support. These logistics cells were called "Logistics Assault Bases." LABs were commanded by a . . . — — Map (db m248442) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
1st Brigade was ordered to deploy 17 August 1990. They arrived in country 11 October 1990. Commanded by COL, James T. Hill, the mission was to attack across the Saudi-Iraqi border by air assault and ground movement, seize and secure Forward . . . — — Map (db m248061) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
SPC Denver L. Bush III, B CO 1-502 IN
SPC Tommie Berry, A CO 526th BSB
PFC Kalin C. Johnson, G CO 3/2 SCR
PFC Anthony Perez, A CO 1-502 IN
SGT Justin R. Junkin, B BATT 1-320 FAR
SSG Carey T. Moore, A CO 1-502 IN
PV2 James N. . . . — — Map (db m247977) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the right when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Named for the first Deputy Commander of the 101st Airborne Division, the Brigadier General Don F. Pratt Memorial Museum has preserved and promoted history at Fort Campbell since 1957 and is the oldest warfighter museum in the Army museum system. . . . — — Map (db m247023) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
A World War II military transport
aircraft, the C-47 carried Soldiers
of the 101st Airborne Division
behind enemy lines during
Operation Overlord (D-Day) in
Normandy and during Operation
Market-Garden
in
Holland.
Developed from the pre-war . . . — — Map (db m247049) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
This amphibious armored personnel carrier was captured by the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) in Iraq during Operation Desert Storm. It has a Swedish-designed turret equipped with a 20mm cannon. Manufactured in Brazil in the 1970s, it was sold . . . — — Map (db m247031) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
M-1939. Manufactured by the Soviet Union and sold to client states such as North Vietnam, this weapon was captured in the A Shau Valley during the Vietnam War by C/2-7 Cavalry of the 1st Cavalry Division in August of 1968. It was located at Camp . . . — — Map (db m246195) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
D-44 85mm Antitank Gun
Introduced at the end of World War II by the Soviet Union, it was widely used by Communist and Arab countries and Iran. Capable of both direct and indirect fire modes, this weapon was captured by 1-327th of the 101st . . . — — Map (db m246184) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Designed to replace the C-47, the C-119
was a cargo and troop transport during
the Korean War (1950-1953). The 187th
Airborne Regimental Combat Team
"Rakkasans" rode in C-119s during their
two combat jumps in Korea at
Suckchon/Sunchon and at . . . — — Map (db m247042) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Affectionately known as the "Warthog" or "Tank Killer," the A-10 has been one of the Air Force's reliable and most beloved Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft. It was used during the Gulf War, the Kosovo Crisis, and in the Global War on Terror (GWOT). . . . — — Map (db m247035) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
Operation Uphold Democracy began in September 1994. A U.S.-led Multinational Force was deployed to Haiti after a military coup ousted democratically elected President Jean-Paul Aristide. He was restored to office and control of military operations . . . — — Map (db m248060) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the right when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
M-3. Equipping airborne forces in 1941 required combining the power of the M-2 105mm howitzer with the size and recoil system of the M-1 75mm pack howitzer. The M-3 was issued to airborne units and to the cannon companies of infantry regiments . . . — — Map (db m246183) HM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
During Vietnam and after, Bell OH-58A/C Kiowas and Bell AH-1 Cobras fought in "Hunter Killer" teams in which the Kiowa would locate enemy forces through reconnaissance and the Cobra would swoop in with rockets and machine guns.
Introduced in . . . — — Map (db m247045) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
PFC Joe E Mann, WWII Sep 44
SP4 Dale E Wayrynen, Vietnam May 67
PFC Milton A Lee, Vietnam Apr 68
CPL Frank R Fratellenico, Vietnam Aug 70
Those of us who gave all — — Map (db m247995) WM
On Currahee Street at Kentucky Ave, on the right when traveling east on Currahee Street.
In memory of our fallen Currahees Operation Iraqi Freedom V-VII
506th Regimental Combat Team 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
"We have only died in vain if you believe so; You must decide the wisdom of our choice. By the world that . . . — — Map (db m247915) WM
On Currahee Street at Kentucky Ave, on the right when traveling east on Currahee Street.
This monument if dedicated to the men of Alpha Company who gave their lives for the pursuit of freedom in the Republic of Vietnam so this nation can achieve freedom and equal opportunity
SGT J.D. Miller, 16 Feb 70
PFC Alex V. Vardy, 10 Mar 70 . . . — — Map (db m247916) WM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
OIF 05-06
September 05-September 06
20 January 2006
SGT Dennis J. Flanagan
SSG Rickey Scott
SGT Clifton J. Yazzie
C CO 1-327 IN
20 January 2006
SPC Matthew C. Frantz
B CO. 1ST STB
02 February 2006
PFC Scott A. . . . — — Map (db m248087) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
The primary antitank gun of the Allies during World War II, this 57mm weapon was more powerful than earlier two- pounder guns. Mounted so it could be carried in CG-4 Waco gliders, the M1 was issued to antitank battalions, glider infantry regiments, . . . — — Map (db m247048) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
Private First Class Milton A. Lee
Shreveport, LA
CO B, 2D battalion, 502D IN
On 26 Арril 1968, near the city of Phu Bai, Vietnam, Private Lee served as the Radio Telephone Operator for his platoon. While on patrol, his platoon . . . — — Map (db m248064) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
First Lieutenant James A. Gardner
Dyersburg, TN
HHC, 1ST Battalion, 327TH IN
On 07 February 1966, LT Gardner's platoon was advancing to relieve another unit that was pinned down in My Canh, Vietnam. Under heavy fire, he led the assault on . . . — — Map (db m248080) HM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Multiple deployments throughout the world and a high operational tempo in the Global War on Terror required a change to Army organization. The Brigade Combat Team (BCT) replaced the Division to become the prime element of combat power. BCTs were . . . — — Map (db m248444) HM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
The sustainment challenge of supporting the Division during the early battles of the Global War on Terror was enormous. The desert environment of Iraq and the mountains of Afghanistan presented some of the most inhospitable terrain on earth. Both . . . — — Map (db m248443) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
SGT Leonard Simmons, 6 Aug 2003 North Carolina
PFC Jerrick Petty, 10 Dec 2003 Idaho
SSG Richard Burdick, 10 Dec 2003 California
Mosul — — Map (db m248027) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Mounted on a split-trail carriage and normally towed by a half-track, this 50mm weapon was one of the most effective German antitank guns during World War II. This captured Pak 38 was a gift from Fort Knox to Fort Campbell and was one of the first . . . — — Map (db m247046) HM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
The 101st Airborne Division was reactivated at Ft. Campbell in 1956. Made up of five Airborne Battle Groups, the new Division was given a robust sustainment unit called the Division Support Group. It was commanded by a Colonel and was tailored to . . . — — Map (db m248438) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
In recognition of our fallen comrades Operation Iraqi Freedom I March 2003 - February 2004
CSM Jerry L. Wilson, 23 Nov 03, Mosul, HHC BDE
First Strike
SPC Brandon J. Rowe, 31 Mar 03, Hillah, C Co
SPC Rel A. Ravago IV, 23 Nov 03, . . . — — Map (db m248306) WM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Symbolism. Red implies liberation. The deployed parachute denotes the unit's area of operations, which the Brigade supports. The saltire with the pierced circular center alludes to helicopter propellers. Black suggests steadfastness and . . . — — Map (db m248435) HM WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Top Panel
HHC 3rd BDE 101st ABN Div (AASLT)
1-187 IN (Leader Rakkasans)
2-187 IN (Raider Rakkasans)
3-187 IN (Iron Rakkasans)
3rd BN Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Inf
3-101 AV
7-101 AV
626 FSB
C/326 EN
D/311 MI . . . — — Map (db m247921) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
Top Panel
HHC 3D BDE 101st ABN DIV (Asslt)
1-187 IN (Leader Rakkasans)
2-187 IN (Raider Rakkasans)
3-187 IN (Iron Rakkasans)
3-320 FA
2-101 AVN (ATK)
4-101 AVN (ASLT)
626 FSB
C/326 EN
C/2-44 ADA
C/311 MI . . . — — Map (db m247925) WM
On Tennessee Avenue at Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south on Tennessee Avenue.
In Honor of the Black Test Platoon Whose Soldiers Received Silver Parachutist Wings February - March 1944
2nd LT Clifford Allen
2nd LT Edward Baker
S/SGT Calvin R Beal
SGT Clarence H Beavers
SGT Ned D Bess
2nd LT Bradley . . . — — Map (db m246202) WM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Soldiers of the Sustainment Brigade perform the warfighting functions that ensure freedom of action, extend reach across the battlefield, and prolong endurance that allow the Division's maneuver forces to maintain operations until the mission is . . . — — Map (db m248436) HM WM
This garden commemorates the 101st Airborne Division's ariel assault into the Netherlands near the city of Eindhoven on 17 September 1944. The flowers planted here were given in the name of the residents of Eindhoven to perpetuate the friendship and . . . — — Map (db m246198) WM
This garden commemorates the 101st Airborne Division's aerial assault into the Netherlands near the city of Veghel on 17 September 1944. The flowers planted here were given by the members of the 101st Airborne Division Association of the city of . . . — — Map (db m246201) WM
On Rail Unloading Road, 0.4 miles west of Service Road, on the right when traveling east.
This railhead was the arrival and departure point for many of the nuclear weapons stored at Clarksville Base. The U.S. government transported nuclear weapons in special high-security Atomic Materials Rail Transfer (ATMX) railcars. Made with . . . — — Map (db m247751) HM
On Tennessee Avenue south of Screaming Eagle Blvd, on the left when traveling south.
Unit Insignia Background and Symbolism: The distinctive unit insignia was originally approved for the 327th Infantry Regiment, Organized Reserves on 06 September 1928. The shield is blue for Infantry; blue is also the color of the South Carolina . . . — — Map (db m248082) HM
This metal memorial and the original tulip bulbs were gifts of the citizens of Veghel (called "Vechel" in some historical accounts) in the Netherlands to show their continued gratitude to the 101st Airborne Division for liberating their city from . . . — — Map (db m246196) WM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
The advent of the helicopter provided new opportunities for the combat arms elements of the Division to move further faster, and with more capabilities than ever before. Hundreds of attack, lift, and transport helicopters were added to the new 101st . . . — — Map (db m248440) HM
On Kentucky Ave north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Logistics units supporting a WWII Airborne
Division were austere. The Division depended on
one medical Company, one quartermaster
Company, and one ordnance Company to
coordinate sustainment. Supplies were delivered
by parachute drop and glider . . . — — Map (db m248437) HM
On Rail Unloading Road, on the left when traveling east.
During World War II, thousands of captured Axis soldiers became Allied Prisoners Of War (POWs). Nearly 425,000 German, Italian, and Japanese POWS came to the United States on empty supply ships returning from the war front. For the remainder of . . . — — Map (db m247298) HM
On Currahee Street at Kentucky Ave, on the right when traveling east on Currahee Street.
Dedicated to those of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment who gave their lives for their country.
First Airborne battle group 506th Infantry
Fort Campbell, Kentucky July 20, 1958
From the people of Toccoa, Georgia — — Map (db m247910) WM
On Currahee Street at Kentucky Ave, on the right when traveling east on Currahee Street.
In memory of the soldiers of the 4th Brigade Special Troops "Apache" Battalion who gave their lives in the service of the United States Army
Your courage will always be an example of what all soldiers strive to possess
Spc Prince K Teewa . . . — — Map (db m247913) WM
On Guthrie Highway (U.S. 79), on the right when traveling east.
Here in 1861 was established a staging area and training camp for Kentuckians desiring to enlist for the Confederacy. An early camp commander was Brig. Gen. Simon Bolivar Buckner, CSA. Col. (later Brig. Gen.) Roger W. Hanson brought here a regiment . . . — — Map (db m36111) HM
On Cemetery Road at Camp Lylewood Road, on the left when traveling east on Cemetery Road.
The home of Major Thomas W. Lewis, a Confederate veteran of the 14th Tennessee Volunteer Regiment. He made the first plea for pensions for Tennessee Confederate veterans. The original home was built in the early 1800's and was burned in 1890 by a . . . — — Map (db m205409) HM
On State Highway 149 at Palmyra Road (Old State Highway 149), on the right when traveling west on State Highway 149.
Seven hundred and fifty feet to the north are the remains of the Palmyra Furnace. It is the first recorded ironworks in Montgomery County and the second oldest iron works in the Western Highland Rim Iron Belt. Such iron manufacturing was among the . . . — — Map (db m147978) HM
On Palmyra Road (Old Tennessee Route 149) at Jarman Hollow Road, on the right when traveling west on Palmyra Road.
Coming here by transport from Nashville, Col. Abel D. Streight marched his task force (2 cos. cav.; 4 regts, mid. inf.) to Ft. Henry, seizing enroute horses and mules to complete mounting them Reembarking there, and landing at Eastport, Miss., he . . . — — Map (db m147980) HM
On Grays Chapel Road at Old Tennessee Highway 48, on the right when traveling west on Grays Chapel Road.
McAlister's Crossroads is located on what was a 12000-acre Revolutionary War land grant purchased by John McAlister in 1807 from the estate of General Francis Nash, for whom Nashville was named. The Crossroads was the site of a U.S. Post Office and . . . — — Map (db m246169) HM
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