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Distinguished Service Cross/Navy Cross/Air Force Cross Recipients Historical Markers

Markers honoring the named recipients of the second highest combat valor award presented to members of the United States Armed Forces.
 
Medal of Honor Citation Monument image, Touch for more information
By Mark Hilton, March 25, 2015
Medal of Honor Citation Monument
1 Alabama, Dallas County, Selma — Take Her DownGilmore, Howard Walter - Commander, U.S.N. — Born 29 September 1902, Selma, Ala. —
Near Rowell Drive at West Dallas Avenue (Alabama Route 22).
Medal of Honor Citation For distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of U. S. submarine GROWLER (SS-215) during her fourth war patrol in the Southwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 . . . Map (db m82036) HM
2 Alabama, Lauderdale County, Florence, East Florence — Lt. Kathleen Dial CoileCity of Florence Walk of Honor
On Hightower Place.
Recipient of the Purple Heart and the Distinguished Flying Cross for heroics as a flight nurse with the U.S. Air Force in World War II, Lt. Coile disregarded her own crash injuries to save others. Inducted 2021 City of Florence Walk . . . Map (db m219294) HM
3 Alabama, Mobile County, Mobile — "Take Her Down!"Howard Walter Gilmore, Commander, U.S.N. — Born 29 September 1902, Selma, Ala. —
Near Battleship Parkway (U.S. 90).
Medal of Honor Citation For distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of U. S. submarine GROWLER (SS-215) during her fourth war patrol in the Southwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 . . . Map (db m74811) WM
4 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Alaxey Germanovich
On Avenue D, on the right when traveling south.
Citation to Accompany the Award of the Air Force Cross to Alaxey Germanovich Senior Airman Alexey Germanovich distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller at . . . Map (db m220505) HM WM
5 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Arthur N. Black
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Arthur M. Black Airman Third Class Arthur M. Black distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95516) WM
6 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Charles D. King
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Charles D. King Airman First Class Charles D. King distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95493) WM
7 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Charles D. McGrath
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Charles D. McGrath Sergeant Charles D. McGrath distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an opposing armed force . . . Map (db m95476) WM
8 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Charles L. Schaub
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Charles L. Schaub Staff Sergeant Charles L. Shaub distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an opposing armed . . . Map (db m95477) WM
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9 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Christopher G. Baradat
On Avenue D, on the right when traveling south.
Citation to Accompany the Award of the Air Force Cross to Christopher G. Baradat Staff Sergeant Christopher G. Baradat distinguished himself by gallantry in connection with military operations against an armed enemy . . . Map (db m220495) WM
10 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Daniel P. Keller
On Avenue D, on the right when traveling south.
Citation to Accompany the Award of the Air Force Cross to Daniel P. Keller Staff Sergeant Daniel P. Keller distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller at Nangahar Province, . . . Map (db m220489) HM WM
11 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Dennis M. Richardson
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Dennis M. Richardson The President of the United States of America, authorized by Title 10, Section 8742, United States Code, awards the Air Force . . . Map (db m95512) WM
12 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Donald G. Smith
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Donald G. Smith Technical Sergeant Donald G. Smith distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95490) WM
13 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Duane D. Hackney
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Duane D. Hackney Airman Second Class Duane D. Hackney distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against . . . Map (db m95525) WM
14 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Dustin H. Temple
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Dustin H. Temple Senior Airman Dustin H. Temple distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed enemy of the . . . Map (db m95434) WM
15 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Eugene L. Clay
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Eugene L. Clay Staff Sergeant Eugene L. Clay distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95528) WM
16 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Ivan M. Ruiz
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Ivan M. Ruiz Master Sergeant Ivan M. Ruiz distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed enemy of the United . . . Map (db m95444) WM
17 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Jason D. Cunningham
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Jason D. Cunningham Senior Airman Jason D. Cunningham distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an opposing . . . Map (db m95471) WM
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18 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Joel E. Talley
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Joel E. Talley Airman First Class Joel E. Talley distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95494) WM
19 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to John A. Chapman
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to John A. Chapman Technical Sergeant John A. Chapman distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed enemy of . . . Map (db m95473) WM
20 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Jon D. Harston
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Jon D. Harston Staff Sergeant Jon D. Harston distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an opposing armed force . . . Map (db m95475) WM
21 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Keary J.Miller
On McDonald Street at Avenue D on McDonald Street.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Keary J.Miller Technical Sergeant Keary J. Miller distinguished himself by gallantry in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force near . . . Map (db m116584) HM
22 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Larry W. Maysey
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Larry W. Maysey Sergeant Larry W. Maysey distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing . . . Map (db m95527) WM
23 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Leroy M. Wright
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Leroy M. Wright Technical Sergeant Leroy M. Wright distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95478) WM
24 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Michael E. Fish
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Michael E. Fish Sergeant Michael E. Fish distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing . . . Map (db m95492) WM
25 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Nacey Kent Jr
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Nacey Kent Jr Sergeant Nacey Kent Jr, distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed . . . Map (db m95498) WM
26 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Richard B. Hunter
On Avenue D, on the right when traveling south.
Citation to Accompany the Award of the Air Force Cross to Richard B. Hunter Staff Sergeant Richard B. Hunter distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed enemy as a Joint . . . Map (db m220502) HM WM
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27 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Richard L. Etchberger
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Richard L. Etchberger Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military . . . Map (db m95529) WM
28 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Robert Gutierrez, Jr.
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Robert Gutierrez, Jr. Staff Sergeant Robert Gutierrez, Jr. distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an armed . . . Map (db m95457) WM
29 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Russell M. Hunt
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Russell M. Hunt Sergeant Russell M. Hunt distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing . . . Map (db m95526) WM
30 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Theodore M. Hamlin
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Theodore R. Hamlin Sergeant Theodore R. Hamlin distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an . . . Map (db m95489) WM
31 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Thomas A. Newman
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Thomas A. Newman Sergeant Thomas A. Newman distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing . . . Map (db m95497) WM
32 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Timothy A. Wilkinson
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Timothy A. Wilkinson Technical Sergeant Timothy A. Wilkinson distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an . . . Map (db m95474) WM
33 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Victor R. Adams
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Victor R. Adams Technical Sergeant Victor R. Adams for extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force . . . Map (db m95510) WM
34 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to William A. Robinson
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to William A. Robinson Airman First Class William A Robinson distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations . . . Map (db m95514) WM
35 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to William H. Pitsenbarger
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to William H. Pitsenbarger Airman First Class William H. Pitsenbarger distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military . . . Map (db m95520) WM
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36 Alabama, Montgomery County, Maxwell Air Force Base Gunter Annex — Award of Air Force Cross to Zachary J. Rhyner
Near McDonald Street at Avenue D.
Citation to Accompany the Award of The Air Force Cross to Zachary J. Rhyner Senior Airman Zachary J. Rhyner distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in military operations against an opposing armed . . . Map (db m95459) WM
37 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Air Force Cross – Navy Cross – Distinguished Service Cross
The Distinguished Service Cross (Army), Navy Cross, and Air Force Cross are equivalent awards. They are given to any service person who, while serving, distinguishes himself or herself by extraordinary heroism not justifying the award of the Medal . . . Map (db m90867) HM WM
38 Arkansas, Lawrence County, Walnut Ridge — To Honor Robert P Bush1919 - 2010
On Ramp Road north of Douglas Road, on the left when traveling north.
. . . Map (db m174004) WM
39 Arkansas, Mississippi County, Manila — Herman DavisPvt. Co. I 113th Inf. — Sharpshooter and Company Runner —
On East Fleeman Street (State Highway 18) at Baltimore Avenue, on the left when traveling east on East Fleeman Street.
Enlisted March 14th 1918; Honorably discharged May 29th 1919 Cited for bravery for extraordinary heroism in action and decorated with: U.S. Distinguished Service Cross: Oct. 10th 1918 French Croix de Guerre with Palm: Apr. 19th 1919 Gilt Star . . . Map (db m30388) HM
40 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — In Memory of Herman Davisof Mississippi County Arkansas
Near West Markham Street at Ashley Street, on the right when traveling west.
Co. I 113th Infantry American Expeditionary Force. Fourth on Gen. John J. Pershing's list of one hundred heroes of World War I. Cited for extraordinary heroism in action and awarded U.S. Distinguished Service Cross, French Croix De Guerre, Gilt Star . . . Map (db m157476) HM WM
41 California, Alameda County, Oakland — Rear Admiral R.J. "Bear" Arnold, U.S.N.
Near Middle Harbor Road.
Point Arnold is named after Rear Admiral R.J. "Bear" Arnold, U.S.N.. During World War II, Arnold earned the Navy Cross for extraordinary heroism as the supply officer on the USS YORKTOWN at the Battle of Midway. Chief of the Bureau of Supplies and . . . Map (db m62994) HM
42 California, San Bernardino County, Chino — Duels in the Sky – The Aces of the Korean War
On Cal Aero Drive, on the left when traveling west.
During the three years of the Korean War, nearly 100 men, flying for either the United Nations or Communist forces, achieved ace status – a pilot who successfully shot down five or more aircraft. For the Soviet Union, which claimed at least . . . Map (db m242379) HM WM
43 California, San Diego County, San Diego — Clifton A. F. Sprague, Vice Admiral, USNBorn 8 January 1896 - Died 11 April 1955
[Front]: Awards Navy Cross for the 25 October 1944 action off Samar. Admiral Sprague was aboard the escort carrier, USS Fanshaw Bay during this engagement. Legion of Merit Medal for his command of the USS Wasp. Gold Star in lieu of . . . Map (db m8521) HM
44 California, San Diego County, San Diego — Gunnery Sergeant John BasiloneNovember 4, 1916 - February 19, 1945 — Piazza Basilone —
On India Street at West Fir Street, on the right when traveling north on India Street.
Sergeant John Basilone was one of the first enlisted Marines to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor of World War II. He was also posthumously awarded the Navy Cross. He was born to Italian immigrants, Salvatore and Dora Basilone, in . . . Map (db m83897) HM WM
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45 Connecticut, New Haven County, Waterbury — The Navy CrossOur Waterbury Heroes
On Thomaston Avenue at Boyden Street, on the left when traveling south on Thomaston Avenue.
It is our nation’s second highest military honor, awarded to three men from Waterbury. Let no one forget their personal valor, their courage, and their devotion to duty. Cpl. John J. Spillane U.S. Marine Corps, Company A, 2d Amphibian . . . Map (db m19692) HM
46 District of Columbia, Washington, Northwest Washington, North Cleveland Park — The Hon. Walter Gresham Andrews
On 36th Street Northwest south of Alton Place Northwest, on the right when traveling south.
This flagpole is presented to the Sheridan School by William, Susan, and Peter Spaulding in loving memory of their great uncle The Hon. Walter Gresham Andrews United States Representative, State of New York 1930 - 1948 . . . Map (db m135816) HM
47 Florida, Alachua County, Gainesville — Cpl Milton LewisVeterans Memorial Park
Near SW 41st Place at SW 69th Terrace.
Cpl Milton Lewis 1920 - 1942 United States Marine Corps Awarded the Navy Cross and Purple Heart for Valor during World War II, on the South Pacific Island of Tulagi, Cpl Lewis was charging a machine gun nest when he was . . . Map (db m237455) HM WM
48 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Albert Hazen Blanding1876 - 1970 — ☆ ☆ ☆ —
Near Tallahassee Street south of Minden Street, on the right when traveling north.
1895 Enlisted in the Gainesville Guards, Florida State Troops. 1899 Commissioned Captain in the Florida National Guard, September 23, and served as the Regimental Adjutant of the Second Florida Infantry. 1908 Promoted . . . Map (db m177274) HM WM
49 Florida, Clay County, Starke — Leonard A. Funk, Jr.508th Parachute Infantry Regiment — Camp Blanding Museum & Memorial Park —
Near Florida Route 16 at Tallahassee Street, on the right when traveling east.
First Sergeant 508 Parachute Infantry Regiment 1943 – 1945 Outstanding Leader Magnificent Soldier Cherished Friend United States Awards Congressional Medal of Honor: 29 Jan. 1945, Holzheim, Belgium. Distinguished . . . Map (db m177422) WM
50 Florida, Hillsborough County, Tampa — Angus R. GossMemorial Swimming Pool — 1962 —
On East Cayuga Street east of North Central Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
In memory of Angus R. Goss Native Tampan, killed in action during World War II at New Georgia Islands on July 20, 1943 while serving in the 1st Marine Raider Division Received the Navy Cross and was cited for the Congressional . . . Map (db m43836) HM
51 Florida, Jefferson County, Monticello — Ernest I. Thomas Memorial
On West Washington Street (U.S. 90) 0.1 miles west of Mahan Drive, on the right when traveling west.
In recognition of Platoon Sergeant Ernest I. Thomas U.S.M.C.R. who, on February 23, 1945, led his platoon to raise the first flag on Iwo Jima, the first Japanese territory taken in World War II. On March 3rd, eight days after the first flag . . . Map (db m62109) WM
52 Florida, Madison County, Madison — Captain Colin P. Kelly, Jr.
Near Southwest Pinckney Street just east of Shelby Street, on the right when traveling east.
This Post Office is dedicated to the memory of Captain Colin P. Kelly, Jr. who served his country and his men with distinction and bravery, giving his life in the Pacific December 1941 Established by an Act of Congress July . . . Map (db m172574) HM WM
53 Georgia, McDuffie County, Thomson — Rear Admiral Richard Ellington Hawes1894 – 1968
On Main Street (Georgia Route 17) 0 miles north of McDuffie Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Rear Admiral Richard E. Hawes has long been revered as a distinguished native son of Thomson-McDuffie County, Georgia. Admiral Hawes is remembered for his exceptionally heroic and meritorious service while performing his duty in the United States . . . Map (db m61010) HM
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54 Georgia, Spalding County, Griffin — Capt. P.A. WilheitU.S. Marine Corps
On South Hill Street at West Taylor Street (Business U.S. 19/41), on the right when traveling south on South Hill Street.
Oct. 23, 1916 - Dec. 26, 1943 Died in service World War IIMap (db m190465) WM
55 Georgia, White County, Helen — Ronald H. Glaze - The Distinguished Service Cross
On Brucken Strasse.
The Distinguished Service Cross is the nation's second highest honor for valor Rondall H. Glaze - 44 036 390, Private, Infantry, Company "A", 275th Infantry Regiment, for extraordinary heroism in action on 17 February 1945, near Lixing, . . . Map (db m229381) HM
56 Illinois, St. Clair County, Scott Air Force Base — Gen Carl A. "Tooey" Spatz(1891 - 1974) — Airlifter/Tanker Association Hall of fame Inductee - 2002 —
On Main Street just east of Symington Drive, on the right when traveling east.
World War I fighter pilot, World War II Commander of Air Forces in Europe and the Pacific, First Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force in 1947, and Air Refueling pioneer. He commanded the "Question Mark"—A U.S. Army C-2A Fokker Transport Aircraft—in . . . Map (db m184028) HM
57 Indiana, Hancock County, Wilkinson — In Memory of Harvey Weir Cook
On North Main Street at East C Street, on the right when traveling north on North Main Street.
An American Ace Pilot Of WWI Born June 30, 1892 in Wilkinson, Indiana Lost in Action in New Zealand   March 24th, 1943 *Transferred to the US Air Service in Sept. 1917 *Ace Combat Pilot with the "Hat in The Ring" 94th Pursuit Squadron on . . . Map (db m242073) HM WM
58 Indiana, Jefferson County, Madison — Samuel Woodfill
On East Main Street, on the right when traveling east.
In honor of a native son Samuel Woodfill Major, United States Army born near Bryantsburg, Indiana January 6, 1883 Died Vevay, Indiana August 10, 1951 Buried in Arlington National Cemetery "The outstanding American soldier in . . . Map (db m242693) HM WM
59 Indiana, Starke County, Knox — PFC Frank H. OnoJune 5, 1923 - May 6, 1980
On East Washington Street at North Pearl Street, on the left when traveling east on East Washington Street.
Frank H. Ono, a second generation Japanese American, would serve with honor and distinction during WWII in Company G 442nd Infantry Regimental Combat Team near Castellina, Italy on July 4, 1944. His selfless actions held the enemy at bay by making . . . Map (db m194895) HM WM
60 Iowa, Allamakee County, Waukon — Waukon Freedom Rock Veterans MemorialHonoring Allamakee County Veterans — Ray "Bubba" Sorensen II —
Near Rossville Road (State Highway 9) just north of 13th Avenue Southeast (Park Road), on the left when traveling north.
The Allamakee County Freedom Rock The Allamakee County Freedom Rock project was started in 2016 with an application submitted to the Freedom Rock artist, Ray "Bubba" Sorensen to have Allamakee County placed on his waiting list. . . . Map (db m232607) HM WM
61 Iowa, Page County, Clarinda — Vernon J. BakerFirst Lieutenant, Infantry, US Army Company C — 370th Regiment, 92nd Inf Division —
On Main Street at 16th Street / Glenn Miller Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Main Street.
One of 7 African-Americans to receive the Medal of Honor for WWII Awarded January 13, 1997 Clarinda High School Graduate 1939 For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his own life above and beyond the call of duty in . . . Map (db m87435) WM
62 Kansas, Barton County, Great Bend — Leslie J. Campbell Jr.Brigadier General, USAF — Strategic Air Command —
On 6th Street west of Airport Road/SW 40th Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
World War II • Korea • Vietnam Enlisted in USAAF - 1943 Native of Great Bend Distinguished Service Medal - Legion of Merit Distinguished Flying Cross - Air Medal Meritorious Service Medal Air Force Accommendation Medal Army . . . Map (db m64275) WM
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63 Kansas, Pratt County, Pratt — Earl Hancock "Pete" EllisLt Col, USMC - Pioneer Amphibious Prophet - War Planner — 20th Century Legend & Outstanding Patriot —
On U.S. 281 at NE 40th Street, on the left when traveling north on U.S. 281.
He forecast the eventual amphibious struggle for the Pacific and gave his life for his country as an intelligence officer at Koror, town in the Japanese Palau Islands, 12 May 1923 "His character was a most lovable one and his heart was . . . Map (db m65085) WM
64 Kentucky, Hopkins County, Nortonville — 1612 — Cmdr. D. W. "Mush" Morton, USN / Wahoo
On South Main Street (Kentucky Route 2083) at Kentucky Route 4002, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street.
Side 1 Cmdr. D. W. "Mush" Morton, USN This World War II hero spent his early youth & attended elementary school in Nortonville, high school in Madisonville. Graduated from U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md., in 1930. Became . . . Map (db m88927) HM
65 Kentucky, Owen County, Owenton — 2521 — Vice Admiral William A. “Mose” Lee Jr.
On Bryan Street at Thomas Street, on the right when traveling west on Bryan Street.
Lee was born on May 11, 1888, in Owen County. In 1904, he entered the US Naval Academy. He earned a position on the Navy Rifle Team and eventually the National Rifle Team. Lee graduated in 1908 and served as an inspector of ordnance. While . . . Map (db m136266) HM
66 Louisiana, Bossier Parish, Barksdale AFB — Major General Lewis Elton LyleUnited States Air Force
Near Range Road, 0.1 miles north of Shreveport Road.
Lewis Elton Lyle, a native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas and a graduate of Ouachita College, earned his wings in the 41-I class at Brooks Field, Texas. Assigned to the 303rd Bombardment Group upon activation of the 8th Air Force, he and his crew flew his . . . Map (db m109687) HM WM
67 Maine, Cumberland County, Portland, East End — Major Charles J. Loring, Jr.Loring Memorial
On Eastern Promenade just north of North Street, on the right when traveling west.
This memorial circle honors Major Charles J. Loring, Jr. and was erected by the Loring family in 2000 with support by the City of Portland. During his 50th Korean mission flying over Sniper Ridge, Major Charles J. Loring was hit repeatedly by . . . Map (db m186464) HM
68 Maine, Hancock County, Bar Harbor — Alessandro Fabbri, Lieutenant, U.S.N.R.F.1877 - 1922 — In Memory Of —
A resident and lover of Mount Desert Island who commanded the United States Naval Radio Station upon this site from its establishment on August 28, 1917 until December 12, 1919. At the end of the World War he was awarded the Navy Cross. His . . . Map (db m54436) WM
69 Maryland, Montgomery County, Gaithersburg — Second Lieutenant William J. Christman, III
Near West Deer Park Road, 0.7 miles south of Cedar Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Navy Cross posthumously to Second Lieutenant William J. Christman, III, United States Marine Corps Reserve, for service as set forth in the following Citation: For extraordinary . . . Map (db m331) HM
70 Michigan, Marquette County, Marquette — World War II "Silent Service" Memorial
Near North Lakeshore Boulevard, 0.2 miles east of East Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
This monument, representing a World War II submarine, is dedicated to Captain David H. McClintock USN, Marquette; to Captain B. Dulaney Claggett USN, Bethesda, MD; and to the officers and men of submarines Darter and Dace. Their . . . Map (db m154129) HM WM
71 Minnesota, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, Windom — PFC. Jimmy BerrayUnited States Marine Corps — 1922 – 1942 —
Near Lyndale Avenue South south of West 59th Street, on the left when traveling south.
Mortally wounded Nov. 13, 1942 during the naval battle of Guadalcanal while serving on the cruiser USS San Francisco. Awarded Navy Cross for Distinguished Service in this battle. Buried at Sea, Nov. 14, 1942 "On the early morning of . . . Map (db m231727) HM
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72 Minnesota, Rice County, Faribault — Faribault Supports the Military
On 4th Street Northeast (State Highway 60) at Central Avenue North, on the right when traveling west on 4th Street Northeast.
Elizabeth Strohfus, W.A.S.P. Pilot Strohfus, from Faribault was a service pilot in WWII. Strohfus not only served her country in wartime, but blazed many trails for women pilots in the military. She was awarded the Congressional . . . Map (db m212097) HM
73 Mississippi, Tippah County, Falkner — Corporal Orvil Lucian Cotton
On County Highway 264 at Ruckersville Road (County Highway 200), on the right when traveling north on County Highway 264.
Orvil Lucian Cotton (1896~1992), born in Falkner, Mississippi, served in World War I as a member of the 105th Field Signal Battalion. Cotton was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions on the night of November 27, 1918, during a . . . Map (db m171564) HM
74 Missouri, Cape Girardeau County, Cape Girardeau — Cape Girardeau Freedom Rock Veterans MemorialHonoring Cape Girardeau County Veterans — Ray "Bubba" Sorensen II —
Near North Kingshighway Street (U.S. 61) at County Park Drive, on the right when traveling north.
[northwest side]Maj. Gen. John V. Cox Vice Adm. Arthur L. Willard [southwest side]Gen. Seth J. McKee Cpt. Stephen W. Thompson Gen. Roscoe Robinson Jr. [south side]PFC. Richard G. Wilson Congressional Medal of . . . Map (db m179990) HM WM
75 Missouri, Perry County, Perryville — Capt. Raymond Littge
On North Jackson Street at West St. Maries Street, on the right when traveling north on North Jackson Street.
Capt. Raymond Littge Born in Altenburg October 18, 1923 Died for his country May 20, 1949 A member of 352nd Fighter Group Credited with destroying 23 1/2 enemy planes Missouri top-ranking fighter pilot of WWII It earned him the . . . Map (db m172479) WM
76 Nevada, Carson City — USS Nevada BB-36
Near East Musser Street near North Fall Street when traveling south.
The Channel Marker directly across the Channel marks the location of Nevada Point, where the USS NEVADA, the only battleship to get underway on 7 December, 1941, ended her attempted sortie. Believed to be sinking, and thus in danger of blocking the . . . Map (db m160703) HM WM
77 New Jersey, Camden County, Camden, Central Waterfront — 19 — Sgt. John BasiloneNew Jersey Hall of Fame
Near Clinton Street west of South Delaware Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
"Never fear your enemy, but always respect them." - Sgt. John Basilone Born: November 4, 1916 Died: February 19, 1945 Hometown: Raritan, New Jersey Branch of Service: United States Marine Corps, . . . Map (db m220979) HM
78 New Jersey, Cumberland County, Vineland — Vice Admiral Wallace M. Beakley SquareDedicated 4 May 2001
On East Landis Avenue at Northeast Boulevard on East Landis Avenue.
Born: Vineland, NJ 1903 Died: Alexandria, VA 1975 Naval Career: 1920-1964 Navy Pilot and Anti-Submarine Expert Duties: Commander, US Middle East Naval Force; Atlantic Anti-Submarine Force, Washington; Assistant Chief of . . . Map (db m153765) WM
79 New York, Bronx County, Bronx, Fieldston — Sgt. John Basilone
Near Broadway (U.S. 9), on the right when traveling north.
In memory of Sgt. John Basilone U.S. Marine Corps Killed at Iwo Jima February 19, 1945 Awarded Congressional Medal of Honor and Navy CrossMap (db m53840) HM
80 New York, Monroe County, Rochester, Charlotte — In Honor of the Crew of USS Liberty
Near Corrigan Street.
In Honor of the crew of the USS Liberty - AGTR 5, in recognition of their courageous and faithful service for military action on June 8, 1967 - The following decorations were awarded - ★ Congressional Medal of Honor ★ 2 Navy . . . Map (db m90788) WM
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81 New York, Nassau County, Glen Cove — Sgt. Major Daniel J. DalyUnited States Marine Corps
On Forest Avenue at School Street, on the left when traveling south on Forest Avenue.
Medal of Honor Seige of Peking 1900 Medal of Honor Haitian Rebellion 1915 Navy Cross   1918 Distinguished Service Cross   1918 A native of Glen Cove, Dan Daly will live forever as a hero, a legend, a two time Medal of Honor winner and as a . . . Map (db m65166) HM
82 New York, New York County, Manhattan, Alphabet City — 300 — Joseph C. Sauer Park
On East 12th Street west of Avenue B, on the right when traveling east.
What was here before? This was once the site of the original three-story Public School 126. The outdated structure was demolished in the 1930s, and the memorial park was built. An updated PS 126 ow stands on Catherine Street. How did . . . Map (db m241341) HM
83 New York, Rockland County, Sparkill — John Charles FremontCaptain United States Navy (Ret’d)
Near Kings Highway, on the left when traveling east.
Born   February 26, 1880 Died   October 13, 1957 A brilliant Officer and a successful commander Served in Spanish-American War on U.S.S. St. Louis Later saw service in China Squadron In World War I served with distinction in command of destroyer . . . Map (db m42563) HM
84 New York, Suffolk County, Sag Harbor — Lance Corporal Jordan C. Haerter Memorial
On Ferry Road north of Main Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Lance Corporal Jordan C. Haerter Veterans' Memorial Bridge May 7, 2008   State of New York   Senate Assembly "The People of the State of New York, represented in Senate and Assembly do enact as follows: To recognize the ultimate . . . Map (db m133399) HM WM
85 North Carolina, Pitt County, Farmville — F-49 — Gen. Allen Hal Turnage1891-1971
On South Main Street (Business U.S. 258) at East Church Street, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street.
Led U.S. Marine Corps Third Division assaults on Bougainville & Guam, 1943-44. Received Navy Cross. Born 1 block S.E.Map (db m114443) HM
86 North Dakota, Ward County, Minot — Master Sergeant Woodrow Wilson Keeble
Near East Burdick Expressway (Business U.S. 2) at 13th Street Southeast, on the right when traveling west.
Wahpeton, North Dakota 1917-1982 Company G, 2nd Battalion, 19th Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division, U.S. Army On October 20, 1951, Master Sergeant Keeble, who was leading a support platoon in the attack on Hill 765, observed that attacking . . . Map (db m240693) HM
87 Ohio, Miami County, Covington — In MemoriamWilliam H Pitsenbarger
On North Crescent Road (Ohio Route 48) near North Crescent Road (County Road 261), on the right when traveling north.
On this 30th day of May 1968 This flag pole is reverently dedicated to the cherished memory of Airman First Class William H. Pitsenbarger Fallen hero of the Vietnam War, he was killed in action April 11,1966 while engaged in . . . Map (db m206151) HM WM
88 Ohio, Miami County, Covington — World War I Roll of HonorCovington, Ohio
On North High Street (Ohio Route 48) at Ingle Road, on the right when traveling north on North High Street.
In every war since the founding of this country, citizens of Newbury Township have served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America Many Covington-area servicemen in World War I joined Company A 3rd Infantry Regiment Ohio National . . . Map (db m157090) WM
89 Ohio, Miami County, Piqua — William H. Pitsenbarger
On Broadway (Ohio Route 66) at Washington Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Broadway.
Airman First Class William H. Pitsenbarger Rescue and Survival Specialist Born: July 8, 1944, Piqua, Ohio Son of W. F. and Irene Pitsenbarger Graduated Piqua High School Class of 1962 Died: April 11, 1966, near Cam My, Vietnam Airman . . . Map (db m166809) HM WM
90 Ohio, Montgomery County, Riverside — "The Mighty Eighth"19 Jan. 1942 - 12 Sept. 1945 — European - African - Middle Eastern Theater of Operations —
VIII Bomber Command 19 January 1942 Eight Air Force 1 February 1942 Air Offensive Campaigns and Commanders “Europe” - Maj. Gen. Ira C. Eaker “Normandy” - Brig. Gen. Newton Longfellow “Northern France” - Maj. Gen. Frederick L. . . . Map (db m27389) WM
91 Oregon, Jefferson County, Terrebonne — Colonel Rex T. Barber Memorial
Near U.S. 97.
first panel Rex T. Barber was one of 16 fighter pilots who participated in the famous - and then Top Secret - “Yamamoto” mission, which helped turn the tide of World War II against the Japanese. Born in Culver, Oregon, in . . . Map (db m113386) HM
92 Pennsylvania, Berks County, Hamburg — Richard L. Etchberger(Posthumous)
On State Street (Old U.S. Highway 22) west of North 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in connection with military operations against an opposing armed force on 11 March 1968. On this date, Sergeant Etchberger was manning a defensive position . . . Map (db m138498) HM WM
93 Pennsylvania, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Middlesex Township — Colonel Joseph D. Newsome
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the left when traveling south.
Joe Newsome, a Pennsylvania native, graduated from the Pennsylvania Military College in 1961 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the US Army. During his 28-year career he served in a variety of units, including Field Artillery and . . . Map (db m217265) HM
94 Pennsylvania, Cumberland County, Carlisle, Middlesex Township — Omaha BeachLiberation Pointe
On Soldiers Drive south of Army Heritage Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Assaulted by the 1st U.S. Infantry Division and the 29th U.S. Infantry Division, Omaha Beach was divided into four major landing areas: "Charlie," "Dog," "Easy," and "Fox." It was also the most heavily defended landing beach and costliest in . . . Map (db m217144) HM
95 Pennsylvania, Erie County, Erie — Brigadier General August R. "Gus" Pede
Near West 7th Street west of Peach Street, on the right when traveling west.
In memory of Brigadier General August R. "Gus" Pede United States Army (Retired) 1933-1998 Commissioned a lieutenant of infantry from Gannon's ROTC program upon graduation in 1955, August R. Pede became the first Gannon alumnus to . . . Map (db m122253) HM WM
96 Pennsylvania, Perry County, Elliottsburg, Spring Township — 18 — The Greatest Generation Goes to WarPerry County Bicentennial — 1820 - 2020 —
On Shermans Valley Road (Pennsylvania Route 274) 0.4 miles east of Veterans Way (Pennsylvania Route 74), on the right when traveling west.
1939: Nazis invaded Poland setting off World War II. 1941: Pearl Harbor attacked. 1945: Germany and Japan surrendered.
During WWII, tens of millions perished in history's most deadly conflict. . . . Map (db m242110) HM WM
97 Pennsylvania, Philadelphia County, Philadelphia, Fairmount Park — Joe BurkBurk-Bergman Boathouse
On Kelly Drive east of Lemon Hill Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Beloved and respected Coach of the Crews at the University of Pennsylvania 1950-1969. Captain of the Penn Crew 1934. Winner of the Sullivan Award 1939, Diamond Sculls of 1938 and 1939, and American and Canadian Henleys. Heroic World War II PT Boat . . . Map (db m223984) HM WM
98 Rhode Island, Kent County, Coventry — Major Edouard J. Jacques
On Flat River Road (Rhode Island Route 117) east of Brenda Drive (Walker Lane), on the right when traveling east.
In Memory of Major Edouard J. Jacques For his dedicated service to the United States of America having received the Distinguished Flying Cross from the 8th Army Air Force during WWII (1944-1945), the R.I. Star, & for his dedicated service to the . . . Map (db m152528) HM WM
99 South Carolina, Florence County, Florence — Ship’s BellUSS South Carolina (BB 26) — Florence Veterans Park —
Near Woody Jones Boulevard at Florence Rail Trail, on the right when traveling east.
The Dreadnaught Battleship USS South Carolina (BB 26) was in service from 1 July 1908 – 15 Dec 1921. She was the third of four ships that have been named for the Palmetto State. During the early part of World War I, the USS South Carolina . . . Map (db m166867) HM WM
100 South Dakota, Stanley County, Fort Pierre — John C. WaldronUnited States Navy Lieutenant Commander
On Hustan Avenue, 0.2 miles east of Island Drive, on the left when traveling east.
John Charles Waldron was born in Ft. Pierre, SD, on August 21, 1900 and was the youngest of five children born to Charles W. and Jan E. (Van Metre) Waldron, she a member of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe. Waldron attended grade school in Fort Pierre . . . Map (db m123915) HM WM

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