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Historical Markers and War Memorials in St. Clair County, Illinois
Belleville is the county seat for St. Clair County
Adjacent to St. Clair County, Illinois
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A champion for special operation and realistic combat training, General Patterson played an integral role in modernizing Air Force Special Operation and Combat Rescue. As military airlift command's {MAC] o0n - scene commander for airlift forces, he . . . — — Map (db m184328) HM
In his 30 years in the Air Force (1954-1984), he served in a variety of leadership roles, from Commander 374th tactical airlift wing to HQ Military Airlift command Deputy Chief of Staff, for operation and personnel. He had a direct, pervasive and . . . — — Map (db m184474) HM
General Williams was one of the Air Force's most experienced airborne tacticians. He was awarded his pilot wings in Feb 1918 and served in pursuit bomber and training squadrons, during WWII, he planned the employment of air transport squadrons . . . — — Map (db m177204) HM WM
An aviation pioneer of huge historical statue, he served as aircraft mechanic for Billy Mitchell during aerial gunnery and bombing test in 1921; Charles Lindberg for the "Sprit of St. Louis" Goodwill Mission to Mexico City in 1927; and Carl Spaatz . . . — — Map (db m183923) HM WM
An aviation pioneer, she earned her pilots license in 1930 at the age of 16 and her air transport rating in 1933. In 1942 she was instrumental in establishing under Air Transport Command (ATC), the women's auxiliary ferrying squadron, a predecessor . . . — — Map (db m183959) HM
Two aviation events during the 1920s had a significant impact on air mobility. During June 1923 U.S. Army Air Service aviators flew two Dehavilland DH-4 aircraft on four missions designed to prove the viability of air-to-air refueling. The first . . . — — Map (db m184730) HM
The second significant air refueling event occurred January 1 - 7, 1929, with the flight of the Qfuestion Mark, The Question Mark a U. S. Army Air Corps Fokker C- 2A Aircraft and two Douglas C-1 aircraft took to the skies to prove that aircraft . . . — — Map (db m184742) HM
Built during Scott Field pre-WWII expansion period. It was removed from service in 1976, following the completion of the Illinois Highway 158 bypass. With the addition of two new gates, Scott AFB became a closed installation and the old Highway 158 . . . — — Map (db m183216) HM
Sergeant William Pitsenbarger exemplified the highest professional standard and traditions of military service. In 1965, he was assigned as a para rescue crew member to DET 6, 38th Air Rescue and recovery squadron, Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam. He . . . — — Map (db m183924) HM WM
He received The Medal of Honor for his selfless heroism on the night of 24 February 1969 while serving as loadmaster on an AC-47 gun ship over Long Binh, South Vietnam an enemy 82-MM motor shell landed on top of the gunship right wing, exploding . . . — — Map (db m183926) HM WM
Sir Alan was an aviator pioneer and a significant contributor to air mobility through his historic aerial refueling experiments. He earned his pilot wings with the RAF during World War I. Following the war, he became the first aviator to . . . — — Map (db m184507) HM
Dedicated to the freedom of those Americans missing and held captive in South East Asia.
Planted on the State of Illinois Day of Concern for POW's and MIA's. — — Map (db m224111) WM
A genuine steel beam from the ruins of the World Trade center rests atop a replica of the twin towers, made of brushed steel in the same style as the fallen towers, soil from the State of Pennsylvania the Pentagon shaped planter constructed of . . . — — Map (db m183261) HM WM
The heritage of the Airlift/Tanker Association began when members of the 834th Air Division held their first reunion in Las Vegas Nevada in the summer of 1969. The purpose of this first gathering was to maintain the bonds of brotherhood and . . . — — Map (db m183814) HM WM
Anton Schott A doctor of philosophy and religion, Schott was a history professor before coming to the
United States and settling in Shiloh Valley. His love of reading and learning inspired him
to create the German Library Association of St. . . . — — Map (db m187825) HM
On January 5th, 2000 at 4:23 a.m. Shiloh Police Officer David Martin reported a floating object with 3 bright lights in the sky above Shiloh. Other witnesses said the UFO floated slowly and had no engine noise. Lebanon, Shiloh, Millstadt and Dupo . . . — — Map (db m224145) HM
The Village of Shiloh was originally called "Three Springs" because of three nearby natural occurring springs. The Tamoroa Indians often camped near the springs for a source of water. Folklore from around 1785 mentions the Indians seeing a "Hairy . . . — — Map (db m224149) HM
Clydesdales were developed in the valley of the River Clyde in Scotland. Originally used as a work horse, the Clydesdale has become a very popular parade horse. A typical Clydesdale stands 16.2 hands high and weighs anywhere between 1600-2200 . . . — — Map (db m224150) HM
To the memory of the boys from Shiloh and Shiloh Valley Township who made the supreme sacrifice in all wars
"They shall not have died in vain" — — Map (db m224143) WM
The end of the American Revolution brought a surge of settlers to the Illinois Country. To meet their spiritual needs the Shiloh Log Chapel was erected on this site in 1807.
This hallowed ground became the final resting place for the brave . . . — — Map (db m224144) HM
This memorial honors all American Veterans who , although separated by generations, shared a common, undeniable goal-to valiantly protect our country's freedom.
Let it stand as a constant reminder from a grateful nation - they will not be . . . — — Map (db m169919) WM
Lets us hold in honored memory those who gave their lives, and those who have served their Country that mankind may hope for a better World. — — Map (db m170696) WM
Narrow test trenches were dug into the south and east sides of Mound 50 that showed this was a low, dome-shaped mound built in at least two stages and probably dates to the 1200s. Several large pits were dug into it and at least two large posts . . . — — Map (db m161396) HM
Mound 51, or Persimmon Mound, was an oval platform mound. It has been reconstructed since the original mound was sold for fill by a former owner. Excavations done when the mound was being leveled identified a couple building stages, some hearths and . . . — — Map (db m161395) HM
Here lie the mortal remains of many Mennonite pioneers who left their homes in Europe in search of a place to live and worship as their non-violent faith directed.
In the 1840's the first families settled in this area, engaging in farming and . . . — — Map (db m190713) HM
Born in Angelbachtal, Baden-Wurttemberg in present-day Germany, Hecker studied law at the University of Heidelberg.
Hecker was one of the leaders who championed for democratic reforms in the 1848 uprisings in Germany. Like many other . . . — — Map (db m228249) HM
In honor of all who served during the Korean War
25 June 1950 - 27 July 1953
United States Casualties
54,268 Dead
103,284 Wounded
8,177 Missing
7,140 POW
"Freedom is not free" — — Map (db m190073) WM
