( upper plaque )
RADM. David J. Nash CEC USN
Walked this path June 8th, 1996
to make the official dedication of
Island X-8's tribute to all Seabees
( lower plaque )
RADM. W. "Greg" shear Jr. CEC USN
Walked this path . . . — — Map (db m162373) WM
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers, for he to-day that sheds his blood . . . — — Map (db m80286) WM
The history of Gratwick begins in the 1870s when its namesake, William H. Gratwick, purchased 50 acres of desolate, wind-swept property along the upper Niagara River for his lumber business. This pioneering move away from the Erie Canal shipping . . . — — Map (db m220665) HM
Gratwick Riverside Park is a 53 acre city owned park located prominently along the mighty Niagara River. This multi-use park features an ADA accessible fishing pier, boat launch, soccer/lacrosse fields, nature preserve, pavilions, restroom . . . — — Map (db m220658) HM
In 1872 the Armitage-Herschell Company established itself as an iron foundry in North Tonawanda. The Armitage-Herschell foundry forged iron farm equipment, storm sewer grates, and many other implements. Among the others, was the steam boiler which . . . — — Map (db m75520) HM
The Conrad F. Kania Detachment
of the
Marine Corps League
Dedicated this Monument on
8 May 1999
In Honor of All Marines and FMF Corpsmen
Past, Present and Future, for
Their Service to the United States of America
The detachment is . . . — — Map (db m162392) WM
In Memory of Robert J. Clark
1945 - 2014
Dedicated his life to family, faith, and serving his country and community. North Tonawanda Alderman At Large, Purple Heart Recipient, Awarded a Bronze Star with Combat "V” and a Meritorious Service . . . — — Map (db m162388) WM
In memory of Nancy Skrlin and her father, Stephan Butski, U.S.M.C., who gave his life on Iwo Jima W.W.II. S/S Bee made and donated by Skrlin Coating and Blasting, Ltd., Niagara Falls, NY [lower plaque] Island X-8 honors RADM James C. Doebler . . . — — Map (db m80497) WM
Island X-8 NSVA Honors
James C. Doebler RAdm. (Ret.)
For his participation in the dedication of the Seabee Memorial June 8, 1996 when he arranged for RAdm. David J. Nash as main speaker and also at the bronze statue unveiling November 11, 2008 . . . — — Map (db m162378) HM WM
In the second half of the 19th century, the area between the Niagara River and River Road from this point south for 3 miles, to the Erie Canal was filled with lumber drying in stacks about 12 feet square and up to 16 feet high. The only breaks in . . . — — Map (db m220657) HM
On December 23, 1941, with the fall of the island garrison, the Japanese captured 1,603 men. 1,150 were civilian contractors employed by Morrison-Knudsen Co. they were part of the Contractors Pacific Naval Bases who were hired to build air, . . . — — Map (db m162384) HM
Island X-8, Seabee Veterans of America, is
proud to honor the Seabees who paid the
ultimate sacrifice during World War II. They
paved the way to victory against the
Imperial Empire of Japan by island hopping
across the vast pacific to allow . . . — — Map (db m162382) WM
Nikola Tesla was the first to develop the theory, technology, and physical inventions that would make long distance transmission of alternating current (AC) electricity a reality in America and ultimately. throughout the entire world. In 1896, the . . . — — Map (db m220662) HM
On November 15, 1896, western New York witnessed the world's first long distance transmission of alternating electricity via the genius of Nikola Tesla. AC electricity hydro-generated at Niagara Falls flowed to the landmark North Tonawanda Power . . . — — Map (db m220660) HM
North Tonawanda The home of the Civil War's most famous army scout Col. Lewis S. Payne 1819-1898 In grateful remembrance Company D, "Eagle" regiment N.Y. Volunteers, "Reactivated" — — Map (db m166334) WM
Carousels and Rides Made Here
Over 3,000 hand-carved wooden carousels were made in this factory. Portable carousels were set up at carnivals around the country and stationary units were the main attraction at many early 1900s resorts. Many . . . — — Map (db m75522) HM
Proud tribute is here paid to the citizens of North Tonawanda who answered the call to the colors in World War II. Roll of Honor. [6 panels of names left, 6 panels of names right, one supplemental plaque of names right] [center panel]: Killed in . . . — — Map (db m80166) WM
Raymond P. Klimek
Veterans Park
As renamed by a resolution passed by the
Common Council on August 4, 2009 and
Rededicated on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2009
Mayor
Honorable Lawrence V. Soos
Common Council President
Catherine G. . . . — — Map (db m162372) WM
Today's River Road was originally called Military Road as it was constructed by the British Army and joined Fort Erie in Buffalo to Fort Niagara in Lewiston. It was a passage through dense woodland. The road was at most 12 feet wide with clearance . . . — — Map (db m220664) HM
This Cemetery was founded on Feb 12, 1868 as the Col. John Sweeney Rural Cemetery Association. Many graves are from the Tonawanda Burying Grounds formerly located along the Niagara River south of Tonawanda Creek. In 1921, the cemetery was . . . — — Map (db m80189) HM
In 1891, fellow New Yorker, Nikola Tesla became an American citizen and in that same year obtained 10 US Patents one of which was for his Tesla Oscillator," better known as the "Tesla Coil." One of Tesla's most significant inventions, the Tesla . . . — — Map (db m220661) HM
The "Highspeed Line" was officially opened June 9, 1918. For a long time it was the fastest mode of transportation between Buffalo and Niagara Falls. The travel time between the foot of Main Street in Buffalo and the foot of Falls Street in Niagara . . . — — Map (db m80285) HM
The constant flow of ships and materials in and out of the area created business and employment opportunities for men and boys. A visitor to the area reported that "nine out of every twelve men one meets depends directly and immediately upon the . . . — — Map (db m220659) HM
A tribute to all Seabees, past - present - future. Built by the members of N.S.V.A. Island X-8 of the Niagara Frontier, Tonawanda, NY. CMA3 Marvin Glen Shields, NCB Team 1104. Citation: For action on 10 June 1965 at Dong Xoai, Vietnam, the . . . — — Map (db m80495) WM
The Origin of the SEABEES Insignia & Name
by Frank J. Lafrate Originator
Early in January of 1942, while working as a plan file clerk at the Naval Air Station, Quonset Point, Rhode Island, Civilian and Naval engineers would come in . . . — — Map (db m162374) HM
United States Marines Cpl. Jason L. Dunham, born 10 November 1981 - died 22 April 2004. Awarded the Medal of Honor. United States Marine Corps. Mobile Bay, Alabama, August 5, 1864. Semper Fidelis. Cpl. Willard M. Smith. Medal of Honor Recipient. . . . — — Map (db m80304) WM
