Don't weep for me
O' Land of the free
When it was my time to fall
'Twas for my country's call
'Twas for the land that I loved
That I gave my all
And for the land that I loved,
I did freely give
And in her freedom
And . . . — — Map (db m122607) WM
Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm
Persian Gulf War
1990-1991
In honor of
Major Barry Keith Henderson Senior Airman Ramono Levias Poole
"There is no one more elevated, more
committed to hard work of freedom,
than every . . . — — Map (db m192072) WM
The Phantom
The F-4 Phantom was the U.S. Air Forces fastest, highest-flying and longest-range fighter. It first flew May 27, 1958, and entered United States Air Force service in 1963. It was named Phantom II on July 3, 1959, during a . . . — — Map (db m69636) HM
(side 1)
Gulf War-1991
I am Nathan Oscar Pardner, a M1A1 Tank Gunner. I came into the Army in 1988 after a year in Junior College. I was assigned to the 2nd Battalion 33rd Armor of the 3rd Armored Division in Germany. I qualified . . . — — Map (db m85531) HM WM
The Memorial Fountain System begins with a flow of water cascading over the continuous weir, which is punctuated by 8 Black Granite Markers. This flow symbolizes the blood which has been spilled defending our nation's freedom and flows into the . . . — — Map (db m68728) WM
Following Iraqs invasion of its neighbor Kuwait on 2 August 1990, the United States rushed troops to the Middle East to defend Saudi Arabia and liberate Kuwait. After a build-up of forces, and the expiration of a UN Mandate ordering Iraq to leave . . . — — Map (db m85548) WM
The Sikorsky MH-53 is a variant of the USAF's HH-53 'Super Jolly Green Giant' air rescue helicopter, which was developed in turn from the US Navy's CH-53 'Sea Stallion' heavy lift helicopter. The MH-53 has been optimized for long-range . . . — — Map (db m64451) HM
A Monument Committee, consisting of Susan Baggett, Chairman; Gladys Mason, Clara Blackmon, Jane Shelton Dale, Tommy McNeece, Bill Albritton and Mayor Henrietta Blackmon, was established on February 12, 2004. Their plan was to build a monument to . . . — — Map (db m68158) HM WM
"I love this country and the ideals upon which it was founded More than anything else, I care about the men and women who make up our military forces I do not want to see them either kill or be killed in a war that is not moral or . . . — — Map (db m181757) HM
Honoring Native American
Women Veterans
Dedicated February 22, 2003
American Legion Post 84
Sacaton, AZ
Sculptor: Oscar Urrea
Artist: Jim Covarrubias — — Map (db m32844) WM
In 1961 and again in 1973, Iraq had claimed that the nation of Kuwait was part of Iraq. On August 2, 1990, Iraq troops invaded the disputed area claimed by Kuwait. Iraqi invaders looted Kuwait, then headed toward Saudi Arabia. For several months, . . . — — Map (db m92241) HM WM
Korea
1950 – 1953
Garlande Darter
Charles McCartney
Otis E. Hutchinson
Vietnam 1965-1975
Rickey Pyle
Otis E. Hutchinson, Jr.
John F. Schaffer
Wayne J. Sanders
Iraq
1990 – 1991
Charleston's . . . — — Map (db m120873) WM
In memory of
SPC. Steven Glen Mason
Sept. 27,1967 - Feb. 25, 1991
SFC. Earnest F. Mitchen Jr.
Sept. 14, 1949 - Apr. 13, 1991
"It is a worthy thing to fight for one's freedom. It is another sight finer to fight for another . . . — — Map (db m227816) WM
We, the residence of Lawrence Co., erect this memorial to express our love and most sincere appreciation for the distinguished service displayed by our troops in protecting and preserving our freedoms During the Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, . . . — — Map (db m169765) WM
In honor of the brave
Americans who served
and those that gave
their lives on behalf
of a grateful nation
Reverse
Gulf War
August 2, 1990 — February 28, 1991
Iraq War
March 20, 2003 — December . . . — — Map (db m121766) WM
Who Died in World War I G. Bulaich J.A. Cuneo F.S. Ferrari B.L Flitcraft B.F. Forbes LT. Griesabach P.W. Hamm J.R. Hyland A. Kretcher G. Koprivica R.E. Noce R. Pew W.H. Pritchard S.C. Quirollo R. Rugne C.P. Sevey . . . — — Map (db m85621) WM
Dedicated to the memory of all those veterans,
down through the years, who fought so valiantly
for their country.. Those who returned..
and those that did not.
From one who did not return from “Desert Storm”
Sgt. J. Scott . . . — — Map (db m35524) WM
China Lake is one of the nations premier weapons laboratories. Established in 1943, China Lake supports Naval aviation and warfighter requirements, and will continue to arm the Fleet into the future. The Station conceived of and developed rockets . . . — — Map (db m168225) HM
Panel 1: On loan from the United States Air Force, this F-4 Phantom II was acquired on November 7, 2001 from Edwards Air Force Base and transported to the Boeing Company facility at USAF Plant 42. Boeing volunteers worked many hours to . . . — — Map (db m51280) HM
[Panel #3]
This Veterans Memorial is Dedicated by the Employees of McDonnell Douglas Corporation to Honor the Sacrifices of the Men and Women who Have Served Our Nation in War and Peace.
More than 12,000 McDonnell Douglas Corporation . . . — — Map (db m101481) HM
Fallen But Not Forgotten
In honor of our military fallen, those
who have served and those still serving,
we salute your sacrifices and
will never forget
This memorial is dedicated in memory of the
men and women of Napa County who
lost . . . — — Map (db m153419) WM
Sept. 27, 1943 - June 26, 2003
U.S. Navy "Seabee" Active Duty 11-1-62 to 11-1-72
U.S. Navy "Seabee" Reserve 11-1-72 to 11-1-92
Served in Operation Desert Storm Jan. - July 1991
City of Fountain Valley 5-22-1973 to 6-26-2003
Tom was an . . . — — Map (db m193464) WM
My God we are proud Mr. President,
Mr. Cheney and Colin and Norm.
For you and our troops in the Persian Gulf,
For your accomplishments in Desert Storm.
We're also proud of Reagan and Cap,
Who knew what had to be done.
On their . . . — — Map (db m217554) HM WM
In 2003, a group of Irvine residents came together at Northwood Community Park, recognizing military personnel for their service and honoring individuals who died in the line of duty while serving in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. The passionate and . . . — — Map (db m195049) HM WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Daniel J. Santee who died April 14, 2007 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the United States Marine Corps, II MarineExpeditionary Forces. He will be remembered as a hometown hero who made the ultimate . . . — — Map (db m215664) HM WM
The City of Mission Viejo honors
Jason D. Peto
who died December 7, 2010
during Operation Enduring Freedom
while serving in the U.S. Marine Corps
3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment,
1st Marine Division,
I Marine Expeditionary Force.
He will . . . — — Map (db m215655) WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Megan M. McClung who died December 6, 2006 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the United States Marine Corps, I Marine Expeditionary Forces Headquarters Group. She will be remembered as a hometown hero . . . — — Map (db m215665) HM WM
The city of Mission Viejo honors Quoc Binh 'Bo' Tran who died November 7, 2004 during Operation Iraqi Freedom while serving in the California Army National Guard, 181st Support Battalion. He will be remembered as a hometown hero who made the . . . — — Map (db m215662) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of those who served honorably in the Third Infantry Division United States Army "Rock of the Marne"
"Nous restepons la"
World War I *Aisne *Champagne-Marne *Aisne-Marne *St Mihiel *Meuse-Argonne *Champagne
2 . . . — — Map (db m226428) WM
We honor here the sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Americans held prisoner of war, and those still listed as Missing In Action since the time of the American Revolution. Some died from disease and starvation, some perished in death marches, . . . — — Map (db m54380) WM
[Panel 1a:]
The 1930s
With war clouds gathering over the Pacific, in 1936 Congress authorized the construction of the Sacramento Air Depot. The Army Air Corp envisioned that the new depot would support operations on the West Coast, . . . — — Map (db m57199) WM
We Remember
That smile, that twinkle or tear in your eye,
that laugh;
We remember
when you were growing up on the streets,
the grocery stores, the soda fountains, pharmacies and shops;
We remember
When you attended our . . . — — Map (db m63923) WM
Dedicated to the lasting memory of those from the City of San Carlos and San Carlos High School who gave their lives while serving with the Armed Forces of the United States of America during the Vietnam War and in the Persian Gulf.
They fought . . . — — Map (db m18337) WM
In honor of San Mateos adopted sons of the 101st. Airborne Division and native sons and daughters who served proudly in Vietnam and the Persian Gulf. — — Map (db m29184) WM
Remember those who
Remembered us.
The Living – The Dead
The POW – The MIA
They Will Not Be Forgotten.
Dedicated November 11. 1989
Founder Glen R. Perales Vietnam Vet
W.W. I
Sterling Pack H. . . . — — Map (db m19462) WM
[ First Marker - See Photo #1 ]
Veterans Memorial Building
American Legion Post 58 & Auxiliary
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3154 & Auxiliary
Disabled American Veterans Chapter 119 & . . . — — Map (db m31933) WM
[First Marker]
SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR 1898
The Spanish-American War was a turning point in American history. It marked the first time that we sent troops overseas to defend freedom. Whether at San Juan Hill or Manila Bay, these founders of . . . — — Map (db m15707) WM
"From these honored dead, we take increased devotion to that cause for which they gave their last full measure of devotion, that we highly resolve that the dead shall not have died in vain."
World War I
Virgil W. . . . — — Map (db m57595) WM
After Southeast Asia, the ARS modified nine of its HH-53s with
a night/all-weather capability. However, after the failure of the
Iranian rescue mission in April 1980, these aircraft were transferred
from the ARS to Air Force Special Operations . . . — — Map (db m232052) HM
Activated June 3, 1917 - Kelly Fld, Tex.
Deactivated Aug. 28, 1992 - Bergstrom AFB, Tex.
Served with distinction and honor in:
World War I World War II Korea
Vietnam Desert Storm
In Dedication
Dedication to all those men who . . . — — Map (db m163088) WM
In Memory of those who served, those who gave their lives
and those who now serve defending our
precious gift of Freedom.
71st Fighter Squadron
1 Jan. 1941 - 30 June 1971
71st Tactical Fighter Squadron
1 July 1971 - 31 . . . — — Map (db m162170) WM
50 Aces 678 Enemy Aircraft Destroyed
20 Battle Streamers 10 Presidential Unit Citations
Deployed January 1942, the first air force to leave the
U.S. at the start of WWII, engaged in campaigns spanning
the Pacific as the leading group . . . — — Map (db m162956) HM WM
By the end of the 1980s, military focus began to shift away from the
waning Soviet threat and toward other emerging threats around the
globe. One of the most significant examples of these threats was Saddam
Hussein in Iraq.
In August 1990, . . . — — Map (db m232289) HM
Though our land be continually tried & hallowed,
freedom does still ring
We are forever grateful and proud of you...
our country's service personnel
in the Middle East war
PFC Sean A. Ray 1st Lt. James S. Sammons Lt. NIck Starika . . . — — Map (db m158557) WM
In honor and memory
of all men and women
who served in the
Armed Forces of the
United States of America
[State Seals of the]
Four Corners U.S.A.
Dedicated July 4, 1991 — — Map (db m160176) WM
Fairfield Honor Roll
In Honor of the Men and Women who Have Served In
World War I World War II Korea Vietnam Persian Gulf
[ far left panel ]
Korea [ 559 names listed]
[ left panel ]
World War I [ . . . — — Map (db m27370) WM
In memory of our U.S. heroes who have sacrificed their lives by fighting for freedom in the War in Iraq. May they rest in peace. Dedicated by The Happy Club of Stamford 2007 — — Map (db m53766) WM
[North side]
Vietnam Era Veterans 1963 – 1974
V Christopher O"Brien Ashe Dana Graham Brayton Timothy Gustav Bucky William Charles Cable John Walter Carpenter John Paul Coniglio V Peter Alan Cote V Arthur Thomas . . . — — Map (db m30815) WM
[ center panel ]
Avon Remembers
"No Greater Gift"
Mexican War
Sperry, Orrin
Civil War
Beman, Job Booth, Austin C Brewer, Gilbert F Buckley, Frederick O Calkins, Obed H Clark, Henry W Evans, Henry D Evans, Newton J . . . — — Map (db m33168) WM
August 7, 1994
This plaque is in recognition
of all the men and women
from Bristol and Forestville
who served their country
with pride during the
Persian Gulf War, Operation
Desert Storm. — — Map (db m33520) WM
Persian Gulf War
In Honor Of
The Men And Women
Who Served In The
Armed Forces Of The
United States To
Preserve Freedom
And Liberty For All
Dedicated
May 27, 1991 — — Map (db m32901) WM
[ left plaque ]
Korea
1950 1953
Anstett, John W. Barbour, Frederick S. Bazzano, John C. Beecher, Casil W., Jr. Bennett, James A. Blatz, William A. Bruey, Lyle D. Capocefalo, John A., Jr. Colwell, Leo F. Cook, . . . — — Map (db m30015) WM
Town Of Thomaston
Dedicated In Honor
Of Those Who Served
[ far left tablet ]
Wars And Conflicts
Braucci, Andrew D. Vietnam Dipesa, John A. Persian Gulf Duffany, Lawrence F. Vietnam Grabherr, Edward T. Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m28575) WM
Korean Conflict
Persian Gulf
To The Men And Women
Who Served During
The Korean Conflict
And The Persian Gulf
And To Those Who Gave
Their Lives For Freedom
Dedicated May 30, 1995 — — Map (db m29896) WM
Town of East Haddam Conn
Roll of Honor
Steven E. Adams Donnie Bartunek Charles A. Brandt George S. Heil John M. Kananowicz John R. McGhie Douglas Smith Edward Ramsdell William J. Rose Gary A. Soja John S. Wadsworth Robert . . . — — Map (db m84009) WM
This monument is dedicated to the citizens of Madison who have served our nation in the Armed Services since 1975. Their dedication to service in numerous conflicts, campaigns, and operations continues to protect our liberty, freedom and way of . . . — — Map (db m66461) WM
Naugatuck Honors the Men and Women who Served Their Country in Time of Need
[ Center panel ]
Vietnam
Alho, Antonio L. Brewer, Samuel A. Carney, James P. Fabrisi, Pail E. Holland, Joseph P. Schultz, John P. . . . — — Map (db m23918) WM
To Those Who Served Our Country In Time of War They Gave Their Today For Our Tomorrow World War I World War II Korean War Vietnam War Persian Gulf War Iraqi Freedom Donated by Junior Womens Club of Wolcott Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1979 . . . — — Map (db m22368) WM
This memorial will forever honor the men and women who
bravely served during the Gulf War and War on Terror eras
The actions of those who answered the call to duty will be remembered for their
sacrifice in defense of freedom and liberty
Amy . . . — — Map (db m101742) WM
We fight not to enslave
but to set a country free
and to make room upon the
earth for honest men to live
T. Paine 1739 1809
The Persian Gulf
Operation Desert Storm — — Map (db m195570) WM
Honoring the service and sacrifices of the Delaware heroes who fought and died to keep America free in the conflicts in the Middle East and Afghanistan. — — Map (db m190731) WM
Desert Shield Desert Storm
A tribute to all members of the United States Armed Forces who gallantly and courageously performed their duties during the Desert Shield Operation and the Desert Storm War Action in Kuwait-Iraq and Saudi . . . — — Map (db m146110) WM
To the students of the University of Delaware who died in the service of their country during Asian Conflicts
Bird, Leonard A. '66 — Vietnam
Flaherty, Kevin G. '63 — Vietnam
Johnson, James R., Jr. '56 — Vietnam . . . — — Map (db m154201) WM
Dedicated to the memory of those Seaford community veterans who died in the defense of our country.
World War I
Thomas Penington, Lewis A. Taylor, Frank C. Quails, Kemp Wright, Albert H. Waller
Korea
Vernon L. DeShields, . . . — — Map (db m4994) WM
[Inscriptions on the original memorial (1924)]
First Division, United States Army, American Expeditionary Forces, June 1917 - September 1919.
Erected by the memorial association of the First Division and patriotic friends to . . . — — Map (db m17629) WM
The F-16 became the D.C. Air National Guard alert duty aircraft on Sept. 11, 2001. For twelve years, this capable fighter has responded to more than 4,000 individual alert missions over the District of Columbia. The U.S. Air Force has flown the . . . — — Map (db m74097) HM WM
The F-16 became the D.C. Air National Guard alert duty aircraft on Sept. 11, 2001. For twelve years, this capable fighter has responded to more than 4,000 individual alert missions over the District of Columbia. The U.S. Air Force has flown the . . . — — Map (db m213155) HM
The Persian Gulf War [Desert Storm] began when Iraq invaded Kuwait. In early January, 1991, the United States and United Nations forces began an offensive drive that ended when Iraq forces withdrew from Kuwait. A cease fire went into effect on . . . — — Map (db m195251) HM
Timeline
1990
Aug. 2: Iraq Invades Kuwait
Aug. 7: F-15s Depart to Persian Gulf
Aug. 7: USS Independence to Persian Gulf
Nov. 8: 200,000 Troops Depart U.S.
Nov. 29: U.N. Authorizes Force
1991
Jan. 12: U.S. Congress . . . — — Map (db m164667) HM WM
Their valor and sacrifice took the fight to the enemy likely saving many American lives at home. They gave the Afghan people their best chance in history to be free of fear and oppression.
“All Gave Some Some Gave All” . . . — — Map (db m164673) WM
We will not tire, we will not falter, and we will not fail.
President George W. Bush
Since the attack against the United States on 11 September 2001, the Florida National Guard has protected our nations security and provided combat . . . — — Map (db m181554) WM
With Americas armed forces completely integrated, the history of Black Floridian military service to this country cannot be separated from that of other citizens.
When the country called, citizens responded in varying degrees of fervor. . . . — — Map (db m178690) HM
Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm
August 1990 February 1991
In honor of Florida National Guard Soldiers and Airmen who served
In special recognition and remembrance of
SGT Tracey Brogdon
Florida Army National Guard . . . — — Map (db m178490) WM
Special Forces
Airborne
Dedicated To
The Members and Families
of the 3rd Battalion
20th Special Forces Group
(Airborne)
Florida Army National Guard — — Map (db m178098) WM
From this master jet base naval aviators have served their country in times of war and peace. It is this “Spirit of Cecil Field” which provides naval carrier forces capable of responding worldwide. In the course of this response some . . . — — Map (db m135843) WM
This F-18C Hornet is
dedicated to the men
and woman who served
their country with honor
at Naval Air Station
Cecil Field
1941-1999 — — Map (db m135834) WM
Although much of the military infrastructure and facilities still remain after the closure of NAS Cecil Field in 1999, the base chapel has come to be recognized as the physical embodiment of the “Spirit of Cecil Field” defined by . . . — — Map (db m136258) HM WM
The Freedom Tree
Unselfish dedication and devotion by preserving
universal freedom through the ultimate sacrifice
of giving ones life so that mankind will remain
Free
This tree is dedicated to:
LCDR. M. Scott Speicher VFA-81 . . . — — Map (db m135847) WM
The Freedom Tree
Unselfish dedication and devotion by preserving
universal freedom through the ultimate sacrifice
of giving ones life so that mankind will remain
Free
This tree is dedicated to:
LT. Robert J. Dwyer CVW-8 . . . — — Map (db m135850) WM
Americas strength lies in the men and women who prepare to defend the ideals of this great country to the fullest. The highest sacrifice anyone can make is to give ones life so that universal freedom throughout the free world remains steadfast. . . . — — Map (db m136285) WM
In memory of
Gadsden County Veterans who gave
their lives during the Korean Conflict, Vietnam
Era, Grenada, Lebanon, Panama, Persian Gulf
Our Fallen Heroes
on renown eternal camping grounds,
their silent graves are spread, . . . — — Map (db m79719) WM
Ester Adams Richard Adams Tommy Alford Willie Allen Jr Robert Ambrose Michael Andres Randell Andrews David Annis Jeffrey Antley Mark A. Appenzellar Michael Aquino Brain Arabinko Clifford Armstrong Charles Asbury Samuel . . . — — Map (db m218313) WM
"I have seen in your eyes a fire of determination to get this war job done quickly. My confidence in you is total, our cause is just. Now you must be the thunder and lightning of Desert Storm."
3 F-80 Shooting Stars Fly to Korea In February 1951, MacDill's 307th deployed to Okinawa for the Korean conflict. It was one of the first units to move its fighting forces overseas. MacDill During Vietnam During the Vietnam conflict, . . . — — Map (db m34149) HM
August 2: About 100,000 Iraqi troops invaded Kuwait, initiating the Gulf War. The U.N. Security Council passed Resolution 660 demanding Iraq to withdraw from Kuwait immediately and unconditionally.
August 4: Kuwait was under Iraqi control . . . — — Map (db m194848) HM WM
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