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Historical Markers and War Memorials in North Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach and Vicinity
Virginia Beach(179) ► ADJACENT TO VIRGINIA BEACH Chesapeake(65) ► Hampton(230) ► Norfolk(157) ► Northampton County(58) ► Currituck County, North Carolina(42) ►
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Near 19th Street just east of Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I have climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
Of sun-split clouds – and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of – . . . — — Map (db m161668) WM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
In Honor of the Courageous Members of the Virginia Air National Guard 203rd Red Horse Flight Who Perished in Service to Country and Community on March 3, 2001
James Beninati Paul Blancato Ernest Blawas Andrew Bridges
Eric Bulman . . . — — Map (db m161681) HM WM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
On the site of the 24th Street Park stood the U.S. Life-Saving/Coast Guard Station which safeguarded this section of coastline for many years. The 1903 station was relocated to its current site in 1980, renovated and opened to the public as a museum . . . — — Map (db m165973) HM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
"Back in the day," heading out to the beach was not an all-day event. Even 125 years ago there was a broad awareness of the damaging effects of the sun's rays. Those who did venture out for a quick dip to cool off did so later in the afternoon. . . . — — Map (db m165162) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, on the right when traveling south.
On the night of October 20, 1906, the steamship George Farwell coasted along the Cape Henry shoreline to conserve fuel. During the night a storm developed and the Farwell ran aground 600 yards offshore south of Cape Henry Life-Saving . . . — — Map (db m165976) HM
Near Pacific Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
The first American astronaut in space, Shepard flew aboard Mercury 3, reaching an altitude of 116 miles on a 15-minute flight on May 5, 1961. In 1971, he commanded Apollo 14 and walked on the surface of the moon for nine hours. On live worldwide TV, . . . — — Map (db m165919) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The Norfolk Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution dedicates this monument on behalf of our ancestors that fought for this countrys independence, 1775 to 1783. These ancestors answered the call of a fledgling country to fight the tyranny . . . — — Map (db m161705) WM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Ashe was the first African-American tennis player to win Wimbledon, the U.S. Open and the Australian Open. He played on the U.S. Davis Cup team (1963-70, '75, '76, '78) and as captain, the U.S. won ('81, '82). Ashe was the 1992 Sportsman of the Year. — — Map (db m165907) HM
On Atlantic Avenue (U.S. 60) at 42½ Street, on the right when traveling south on Atlantic Avenue.
The Council of Garden Clubs of Virginia Beach and Princess Anne Co.
Sponsored the development of this 47 block Atlantic Parkway in 1952-1954, in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Highways and the City of Virginia Beach. Many . . . — — Map (db m84229) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just north of 11th Street, on the left when traveling north.
The days of skies darkened by flight of ducks and geese may be gone, but the memories of those days are preserved through the works of art and preserved artifacts. — — Map (db m165882) HM
Near Pacific Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
"Bojangles" was the first African-American superstar entertainer, starting in Vaudeville as a dancer and becoming a movie actor. By 1908, he was earning $3,500 a week. His famous "stair dance" was invented spontaneously while we was receiving an . . . — — Map (db m165925) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Born a slave and deprived of any early education, Booker T. Washington became America's foremost black educator of the 20th Century. He was the founder of the Tuskegee Institute where he championed vocational training as a means of self-reliance. A . . . — — Map (db m165889) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 0.1 miles south of 33rd Street, on the right when traveling south.
Silently guarding entry into the Chesapeake Bay, the Cape Henry Lighthouse was our nation's first Public Works project and stands near the First Landing spot of Jamestown settlers. — — Map (db m165136) HM
Near Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60) just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Our earliest national hero, Captain Smith established the first permanent English settlement in America in Jamestown in 1607. Saved by Pocahontas, he established peaceful relations with the Algonquin Indian tribes. His rigid discipline was "He who . . . — — Map (db m165938) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Chief Powhatan was the paramount ruler of more than 30 indigenous tribes in the Chesapeake Bay area, and the highest Native American authority the Virginia colonists encountered. He welcomed Capt. John Smith, and initiated peaceful relations with . . . — — Map (db m165910) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Claude V. Ricketts, the Navy's first seamon to rise to four-star admiral, was made an honorary citizen of Norfolk during his station tour in 1961. He enlisted in the Navy and then graduated as an officer from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1929. Ricketts . . . — — Map (db m165944) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
McCormick invented the mechanical reaper in 1834, combining all steps that earlier harvesting machines performed separately. His time-saving invention allowed farmers to double their crop size and spurred innovations in farm machinery. His factory . . . — — Map (db m165892) HM
The de Witt Cottage, built in 1895 by B. P. Holland, Virginia Beach's first mayor, was the first brick structure built at the oceanfront. With 14" thick outside walls and a sturdy foundation, the building has survivied many northeasters and . . . — — Map (db m33352) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
General MacArthur was one of only five American five-star generals. His leadership in the Pacific helped ensure Allied victory, and he accepted Japan's unconditional surrender ending World War II. He is remembered for saying "I shall return!" to the . . . — — Map (db m165887) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Dr. Ralph Stanley formed the Clinch Mountain Boys and introduced his distinctive singing and a unique style of banjo playing now called "Stanley style." Leading the first generation of bluegrass musicians, he was inducted into the International . . . — — Map (db m165956) HM
Near Pacific Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
"The Dark Genius," Poe is among America's best poets and the originator of the American short story, both of which he elevated to art forms. He penned such literary classics as "The Raven," "The Pit and the Pendulum," "The Tell-Tale Heart," and "The . . . — — Map (db m165926) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
The First Lady of Jazz possessed superlative musicianship and skill in scat singing (improvisational vocals). After being discovered at age 16 in a Harlem talent show, Fitzgerald performed throughout America, Europe and Asia and on milestone . . . — — Map (db m165911) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk at 33rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Virginia Beach Boardwalk.
Before Plymouth Rock and Jamestown, there was Virginia Beach. English colonists landed here in 1607, and gave thanks for a successful crossing to a new land by erecting a wooden cross. — — Map (db m165137) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to the veterans of
the United States of America.
In memory of our departed comrades,
those veterans who are missing in action
or held as prisoners of war. — — Map (db m161610) WM
Near Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60) just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Gen. Marshall graduated VMI, beginning a long career of public service including Secretary of Defense, Secretary of State, Army Chief of Staff and helping to develop NATO. His "Marshall Plan" for European economic . . . — — Map (db m165931) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Mason's wording in the Virginia Declaration of Rights in 1776 influenced the first ten amendments to the Constitution forming the U.S. Bill of Rights. His stand as an unwavering abolitionist led to halting the importation of slaves to America. — — Map (db m165916) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
General Patton, a second generation VMI cadet with three cavalry tours at Ft. Myer, is among the greatest military commanders in U.S. history. He led allied ground troops in Africa, achieved victory in Sicily in just 38 days, and . . . — — Map (db m165890) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Father of Our Country, Washington was unanimously elected the First President of the United States. He commanded the American forces at Yorktown to victory over the British creating American Independence. He later individually stopped a soldiers . . . — — Map (db m165886) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Sherwood lived in Princess Anne County from the latter 1600s until the 1730s, an era when many American colonists believed in witchcraft as a way to explain unusual events. Sherwood submitted to a trial by water, a "witch ducking," in 1706, . . . — — Map (db m165883) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just north of 19th Street, on the left when traveling north.
From the opening of the original Princess Anne Hotel in 1890, to today's towering oceanfront structures, Virginia Beach has long been recognized as a destination of choice. — — Map (db m165962) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
This memorial park is dedicated to Billy Myers a Virginia Beach native and veteran of World War II and Korea. He was a founding member of the Tidewater Veterans Memorial Committee. He envisioned and worked tirelessly to bring this memorial park to . . . — — Map (db m161831) HM WM
Near Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
The 4th U.S. President, Madison was the author of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights, which earned him the reputation as "Father of the Constitution." Serving during the "Second Revolution," or the War of 1812, he empowered the Navy with three . . . — — Map (db m165891) HM
Near Pacific Avenue (Route 60) just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
The 5th U.S. President, his Monroe Doctrine was the foundation of foreign affairs: America would never again accept colonization by European powers. America would deem any attempt at such colonization dangerous to our peace and safety. Wars in . . . — — Map (db m165933) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the left when traveling north.
Rear Admiral James Patrick Lannon graduated the U.S. Naval Academy in 1902. He received the Medal of Honor in 1914 for actions in the U.S. occupation of Veracruz. The Medal is the U.S.A.'s highest military honor, awarded for personal acts of . . . — — Map (db m165947) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Marshall is widely considered the founder of Constitutional Law and judicial precedent for his decisions during his 34-year tenure as the third Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. He also served as the U.S. Secretary of State, as a U.S. . . . — — Map (db m165906) HM
Near Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling north.
The 10th U.S. President, Tyler was the first to succeed on death of an incumbent. He established "full presidential powers, not just acting power." His foreign policy opened trade with China and established the Maine boundary. He was the force . . . — — Map (db m165941) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 0.1 miles north of 16th Street, on the left when traveling north.
A Virginia Beach Police Officer & Trainer, War Hero, Strong Man, Friend & Confidant, Fitness Guru And Comic
He touched the lives of thousands of people, Inspiring us to be strong, to run hard, to live, to laugh and to love.
John Wareing . . . — — Map (db m165961) HM WM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 0.1 miles south of 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north.
Inspired by Josh Thompson's battle with ALS, the first JT Walk to Defeat ALS in 2008 drew over 5,000 supportive participants raised $1 million, shining a bright and hopeful light on the goodness of . . . — — Map (db m165881) HM
On Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60) just south of 14th Street.
Couric was the first woman to solo anchor and be managing editor for a major television news prime-time broadcast, the CBS Evening News, in 2006. Prior to that, Couric was co-host of "NBC Today" for five years an . . . — — Map (db m165951) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
First elected African-American governor in U.S. history, Wilder was a Virginian Senator and Lt. Governor before elected to the Commonwealth's top post. He balanced the state budget during recession without raising taxes and kept the state's highest . . . — — Map (db m165950) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Maury's system of recording the the oceanographic data of naval vessel and merchant marine ships was adopted worldwide when he published The Physical Geography of the Sea, "the first textbook of modern oceanography." His lifetime goal was to ensure . . . — — Map (db m165952) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Selected by President Jefferson, Lewis and William Clark led the western exploration of the land obtained by the Louisiana Purchase. The expedition was successful beyond all expectations in terms of geography, botany, biology, and first American . . . — — Map (db m165909) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue at 25th Street, on the left when traveling south.
NAS Oceana started as a fledgling airfield in an isolated area of Princess Anne County. By 1938, as the threat of war was growing closer, carrier squadrons were being established in the area; thousands of new pilots needed training, so the Navy . . . — — Map (db m112676) HM
On Atlantic Avenue at 25th Street, on the left when traveling south on Atlantic Avenue.
Naval Aviation Monument
This is a monument to the proud heritage of Naval Aviation that has had many of its beginnings in Hampton Roads. It is here in Hampton Roads that the very first take-off from a ship was made by Eugene Ely in 1910. It . . . — — Map (db m107732) HM WM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 0.1 miles north of 37th Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Naked Warrior
Here stands an Underwater Demolition Team swimmer ready for combat. These SEAL forerunners swam through enemy waters under fire to find and demolish obstacles in the way of amphibious landings. They saved . . . — — Map (db m165141) HM WM
Near Atlantic Avenue at 16th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Because marine mammals are vital members of a balanced ecosystem, Federal laws are in place to minimize the impact of human actives on their health, behavior and habitat. Any action that changes the behavior of a marine mammal is considered . . . — — Map (db m107139)
From the earliest of time humans have been awed by the power of the sea. Early civilizations declared it the domain of a major mythological deity the god of the sea! To the Greeks Poseidon To the Romans Neptune.
The statue was cast in bronze . . . — — Map (db m92554) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just north of Laskin Road, on the right when traveling north.
Sidney S. Kellam King Neptune VI
It was the dedication, perseverance and forward thinking action of one man that brought about in 1963 the merger of what was then a small city on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean and the rural landscape of . . . — — Map (db m165135) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
In Honor of the students of
Oceana High School
Who gave their lives in the Service of their Country
World War II
Leroy Bishop Richard Bond Jack Brown Billy Caffee Spratley Edwards Leslie Flanagan Bobby Green . . . — — Map (db m161712) WM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street.
Built in 1903, this station honors and preserves the history of Virginia's coastal communities, maritime heritage and lifesaving history along the coast line. — — Map (db m165963) HM
Near 1000 Block 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to our Nations Commandos
Naval Combat Demolition Units (NCDU)
Amphibious Scouts and Raiders (Joint)
Office of Strategic Services Maritime Unit (OSS-MU)
U.S. Navy Underwater Demolition Teams (UDT)
U.S. Navy Sea, Air, . . . — — Map (db m161582) WM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk, 0.1 miles south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
This piece is part of a vessel which wrecked south of the Little Island Life-Saving Station, an area now known as Sandbridge in Virginia Beach. It was uncovered in December 1993 near the shoreline following a winter storm. This portion indicates the . . . — — Map (db m165965) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Henry was a living symbol of America's struggle for liberty and self-government from British rule. His immortal appeal was, "I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death." He was the first Virginia governor . . . — — Map (db m165912) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Queen of Country Music, her multimillion-selling records are played worldwide. The first female solo artist in the Country Music Hall of Fame, Cline also is in the Recording Hall of Fame and the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame, and was a recipient . . . — — Map (db m165904) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
President Nixon dubbed her "Ambassador of Love" to the world. "Pearlie Mae" sang with Count Basie and Cab Calloway, starred in the movie version of "Porgy and Bess," won a Tony Award for an African-American version of "Hello Dolly," and received the . . . — — Map (db m165915) HM
On Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Pocahontas, daughter of Algonquin Chief Powhatan, displayed her heroism in 1607 by saving Captain John Smith's life. She was the first Native American to convert to Christianity and receive an English name, "Rebecca." Her marriage to John Rolfe . . . — — Map (db m165922) HM
On 36th Street just east of Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling west.
The Boardwalk Art Show
The Boardwalk Art Show, established in 1955, has become the most respected outdoor fine arts show on the eastern seaboard. Produced and hosted by the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), this four day . . . — — Map (db m165147) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Race Point Surfboat was used by the United States Life-Saving Service as one of three methods of rescue. Each station was equipped with two surfboats. This 24'6" replica of a Race Point surfboat was constructed by the Norfolk School of . . . — — Map (db m165971) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Byrd, a Naval Academy graduate, pioneered early technology that became the foundation for modern polar exploration and investigation. He also pioneered the technique of nighttime landings of seaplanes on the ocean. On May 9th, 1926 Byrd reached the . . . — — Map (db m165917) HM
On 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east on 19th Street.
In memory of our fallen Shipmates
of the River Patrol Force, known as
“River Rats” ★ a Unit of the Brown Navy of Vietnam
Dedicated Memorial Day 2006 by the Mid Atlantic
Chapter of the Gamewardens of Vietnam Assn., . . . — — Map (db m161583) WM
Near Pacific Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
One of America's most brilliant military strategists, Lee graduated from the U.S. Military Academy 2nd in his class, as the only cadet who never earned a single demerit. He commanded the Confederate Army and surrendered at Appomattox to end the . . . — — Map (db m165923) HM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Seaside Park Casino
A Legend Lost in the Passage of Time
Built in 1912 by the Norfolk and Western Railroad, the Seaside Park Casino became the draw to crowds of people to the Oceanfront. The complex filled up four city blocks and quickly . . . — — Map (db m165158) HM
Secretariat is the most famous thoroughbred in history. He won the Triple Crown: the Kentucky Derby (track record, and the only horse ever to run each quarter faster than the previous), the Preakness (track record), and the Belmont (world record) . . . — — Map (db m165945) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue at 25th Street, on the left when traveling south.
The relationship between Moss, Norway and Virginia Beach had its beginnings when the Norwegian ship, Dictator, went down in a storm off Virginia Beach March 27th, 1891. A shipping line in Moss, Norway owned the Dictator. In 1974 the bond forged in . . . — — Map (db m115195) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
This piece is a portion of the stern of a vessel shipwrecked off Cape Henry. It was uncovered in May 1983 following a severe storm. The ship, constructed of oak and fastened with copper, bronze, and oak treenails, is estimated to have been about . . . — — Map (db m165974) HM
Near Pacific Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
Thomas J. Jackson served on the VMI faculty as Professor of Natural and Experimental Philosophy & Instructor of Artillery. His bravery and battle skills led Confederate troops to victory in ten major battles. At Manassas, greatly . . . — — Map (db m165953) HM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Coastal areas along the Atlantic shoreline have always been acutely vulnerable to hurricanes and northeast storms. Virginia Beach is no exception. Ironically, the most massive and destructive storm of the modern era wasn't a hurricane or even a . . . — — Map (db m165157) HM
Near Pacific Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling north.
“The First Family of Country Music,” They switched emphasis from hillbilly instrumentals to harmony vocals, made scores of standard country music classics, and made their “CarterLick” guitar-playing the dominant technique for . . . — — Map (db m165920) HM
On Atlantic Avenue (U.S. 60) south of Cavalier Drive, on the right when traveling south.
The Cavalier Hotel, completed in 1927 is emblematic of Virginia Beachs transformation from small town to major resort during the Roaring Twenties. The hotels luxurious accommodations attracted visitors from across the country, including several . . . — — Map (db m134226) HM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
U.S. Life Saving Service
During the 41-year period between 1874 and 1915, the journal of the four United States Lifesaving Service Stations covering the 38-mile coastline of Virginia Beach reported a combined total of 185 shipwrecks, earning . . . — — Map (db m165181) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
This structure was erected in 1903 to replace the original Life-Saving Station built in 1878. It remained an active Unite States Life-Saving/United States Coast Guard station until decommissioned in January 1969. Subsequently, the station was moved . . . — — Map (db m165969) HM WM
Near 19th Street east of Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The Military Order of the World Wars
Virginia Beach Chapter
Better to serve than be served
Denoted Chapter Military Members are
Silver Patrick Henry Award Recipients
“making significant contributions . . . — — Map (db m161675) WM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In 1883, a 19-ile narrow gauge railroad was built from Norfolk to the Oceanfront to transport passengers to the seashore. The trip lasted 45 minutes. Prior to this time, the trip required almost two days to traverse over rough terrain by horse . . . — — Map (db m165167) HM
On 36th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The First Landing at Cape Henry
The rich heritage and unique history of Virginia Beach includes one of the most significant events in American history. This important event took place along the Atlantic coastline of Virginia Beach more than . . . — — Map (db m165185) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue at 24th Street, on the right when traveling north.
In 1871 Congress created the United States Life-Saving Service (USLSS), an organization dedicated to rescuing the men and woman whose ships wrecked off of the United States coast. The USLSS built a total of 285 stations across the country. Five . . . — — Map (db m104857) HM
The War of 1812.
Impressment of Americans into British service and the violation of American ships were among the causes of America's War of 1812 with the British which lasted until 1815. Virginians suffered from a British naval blockade of . . . — — Map (db m104666) HM
On 36th Street just east of Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling west.
The classic photo from the early 1960's is looking north from atop the Mayflower Apartments. It recalls a mix of old family beach cottages, quaint inns, and exclusive and elegant hotels. By the mid 1970's, his scene would give way to a new era of . . . — — Map (db m165154) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue near 25th Street, on the left when traveling south.
On March 27, 1891, the stormy Atlantic Ocean caused the Norwegian bark Dictator to seek haven and repairs in Hampton Roads. Heavily loaded with yellow pine, on a voyage from Pensacola, Florida to England, the Dictator had been damaged by a series of . . . — — Map (db m114335) HM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Jefferson served two terms as third President of the U.S. He was the author of the Declaration of American Independence, of the Statute of Virginia for Religious Freedom, and the father of the University of Virginia. He was a planter, statesman, an . . . — — Map (db m165948) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Virginia Beach Portsmouth Chesapeake
Suffolk Norfolk
Five Gold Stars Symbolize the Five Cities of Tidewater
Five Stripes Symbolize the Five Military Services of the United States
“They Shall Not be Forgotten” . . . — — Map (db m161835) WM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
On 30 May 1988, this memorial was dedicated to the service of the thousands of deserving veterans of all wars from the Revolutionary War through the many conflicts which followed. The Tidewater area of Virginia is proud of its many military . . . — — Map (db m165508) WM
Near Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling north.
Wolfe is the father of New Journalism being the first use present tense in magazine profiles. He coined the terms "statusphere," "radical chic," "The Me Decade," and "good ol' boy," as well as "The Right Stuff," which became a movie that won four . . . — — Map (db m165935) HM
On Virginia Beach Boardwalk just south of 24th Street, on the right when traveling south.
On December 11, 1942, Germany declared war on the United States and in doing so brought the Battle of the Atlantic to America's doorstep. By January of 1942, the glow of burning Allied merchant ships could be seen from our beaches, their oil and . . . — — Map (db m165972) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
In Honor of the Courageous Men and Women of the
USS Cole
Who Perished in Service to their Country
on October 12, 2000
Kenneth E. Clodfelter Richard Costelow Lakeina M. Francis Timothy Lee Guana Cherone Louis Gunn James R. . . . — — Map (db m169261) WM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
October 1955 – September 1993
First in Defense – Forever in Dignity
Dedicated this Veterans Day November 11, 2002,
To all shipmates that ever served
on the worlds first super aircraft carrier, the USS Forrestal.
. . . — — Map (db m161606) WM
On 36th Street just east of Pacific Avenue (U.S. 60), on the right when traveling west.
It is astounding how much progress has been made along the Oceanfront since 1883 when the Virginia Beach Railroad and Improvement Company built a rail line to the oceanfront thus creating the tiny resort town of Virginia Beach.
Virginia Beach, . . . — — Map (db m165151) HM
Near 19th Street at Jefferson Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
VFW Back Bay Post 1211
Proudly Acknowledges all veterans past and present
for their loyal and patriotic service in the
Merchant Marines
And all branches of the Armed Forces
Of the United States of America
A special Recognition . . . — — Map (db m161694) WM
On 35th Street at Virginia Beach Boardwalk, in the median on 35th Street.
The Virginia Beach Police Foundation, with the generous support of many individuals groups and corporations caused this memorial to be erected to honor the memory of those law enforcement officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line . . . — — Map (db m165138) HM WM
Near Atlantic Avenue just south of 14th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Reed received his medical degree from UVa at 18 and became a career Army Major. By 40 he was engaged in some of the most important work in the history of medicine. Reed's research into the cause and spread of typhoid and yellow fevers saved millions . . . — — Map (db m165913) HM
On 16th Street just west of Virginia Beach Boardwalk.
You are standing on the City's 16th Street Stormwater Pump Station. The Pump Station was built in 2001 as part of a hurricane protection project for Virginia Beach.
Stormwater flows into the Station through two 8-foot diameter pipes that run . . . — — Map (db m165959) HM
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