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By William Fischer, Jr.
Valor Medals at the Veterans Wall of Honor
1 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
2 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Bronze Star Medal
The Bronze Star Medal is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity in or with the military of the United States after 6 December 1941 distinguished himself or herself by heroic or meritorious service or achievement, not involving . . . Map (db m90855) HM
3 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Cold War
The Cold War was a period of East-West competition, tension, and conflict short of full-scale war. It was characterized by mutual perceptions of hostile intention between military-political alliances or blocs. Quoting from a Veterans of Foreign . . . Map (db m92218) HM WM
4 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Distinguished Flying Cross
A bronze patee on which is superimposed a four-bladed propeller, the Distinguished Flying Cross is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States distinguishes himself or herself by heroism or . . . Map (db m90865) HM
5 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Korea
On June 25, 1950, North Korean troops started the Korean War by invading South Korea. Two days later, the United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution calling member nations to help defend South Korea. In all, 16 nations sent troops to . . . Map (db m92219) HM WM
6 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Legion of Merit
The Legion of Merit was the first American decoration awarded to citizens of Foreign Nations. There are four degrees of award. They are Chief Commander, Commander, Officer, and Legionaire/Legion of Merit. Only the Legion of Merit is awarded to . . . Map (db m90866) HM
7 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Lewis & Clark Expedition
The Lewis & Clark Expedition was accomplished by Captain Meriwether Lewis, Captain William Clark, and their fellow explorers, and was the visionary journey of President Thomas Jefferson. The journey was to become one of America’s greatest . . . Map (db m91477) HM
8 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the highest Military decoration awarded by the United States. It is bestowed on a member of the American Armed Forces, who distinguishes himself or herself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life . . . Map (db m90869) HM WM
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9 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Mexican War
War with Mexico was the result of the annexation of the Republic of Texas to the United States in March 1845, which the Mexican government regarded as an act of war since they had refused to recognize Texas' independence. Following the capture of . . . Map (db m91501) HM WM
10 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Operation Iraqi Freedom
After Iraq's defeat in the Persian Gulf War, the Iraqi dictator ignored numerous United Nations Resolutions which resulted in America declaring a "regime change" as an official goal of U.S. policy. In the context of the new terrorist threat after . . . Map (db m92337) HM WM
11 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Persian Gulf War
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
12 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Purple Heart
In 1782 General George Washington created a new military badge for Enlisted Men and Non-Commissioned Officers called the Badge of Military Merit. This was the forerunner of the Purple Heart that we know today. The award fell into disuse until . . . Map (db m90776) HM WM
13 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Revolutionary War
The American Revolution was a conflict between England and thirteen of her colonies in North America. Following years of taxation, suppression, and subjugation by the British, fighting began at Lexington and Concord, Massachusetts in 1775. A scant . . . Map (db m91470) HM
14 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Silver Star Medal
Criteria: The Silver Star Medal is awarded to any person who, while serving in any capacity with the Armed Forces of the United States is cited for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an opposing armed . . . Map (db m90778) HM WM
15 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — The Alamo
Any discussion of the Battle of the Alamo must begin with the Siege of Bexar, named after San Antonio de Bexar which ocurred [sic] in December 1835. In early December, Bexar was controlled by the Mexicans. On December 5th, a group of Texas . . . Map (db m91496) HM WM
16 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — The Terrible Cost of World War II
SACRIFICE: In 1939 the active United States military totaled 335,000, and during the conflict more than 16 million men and women had served. Tens of millions of men and women throughout the world were in military service in other nations of . . . Map (db m91985) HM
17 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — The War Between the States
The immediate cause of the War Between the States was the election of Abraham Lincoln to the Presidency of the United States in 1860. The deeper cause, however, was the issue of states' rights. The question of states' rights was based on the . . . Map (db m91678) HM
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18 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — The War in Afghanistan
The devastating September 11, 2001, attacks on American soil rattled the nation's morale as it became clear the Al Qaeda terrorists sought nothing less than the destruction of the United States of America. Leaders of Al Qaeda had taken refuge in . . . Map (db m92258) HM WM
19 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Triumph in Europe"Europe - Liberty's Victorious Conflict"
Following World War I, the United States remained isolated from world affairs as economic and political factors led to the rise of nationalistic powers in the Soviet Union, Germany, Italy, and Japan. A series of bold moves by Germany and weak . . . Map (db m91954) HM
20 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following plaques. Each has served either on Active Duty, in the National . . . Map (db m92382) HM WM
21 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92384) HM WM
22 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92389) HM WM
23 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92400) HM WM
24 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92421) HM WM
25 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92423) HM WM
26 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — United States Commanders in Chief
[Written on the initial marker, provided for context] Our Constitution names the President of the United States the Commander in Chief of all the Armed Forces. Presidents who have served in our military are displayed on the following . . . Map (db m92424) HM WM
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27 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Victory in the Pacific
The Japanese attack on our military installations in Hawaii was only one of a series of victories in late 1941 and early 1942 gained by them. By the summer of 1942 Japan controlled huge portions of Asia and the Pacific. Fortunately for the United . . . Map (db m91992) HM
28 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — Vietnam
The 1954 Geneva Accords temporarily divided Vietnam into Communist-controlled North Vietnam and nationalist-controlled South Vietnam. Three years later South Vietnamese Communists, called Vietcong, began rebelling. To try to halt the spread of . . . Map (db m92239) HM WM
29 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — War of 1812
Still reeling from the loss of its North American colonies and fighting in a European war, England began to stop and search American ships on the high seas. During such searches, American sailors would be impressed against their will into the . . . Map (db m91478) HM
30 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — War on Terrorism
The paradox of power is that a weaker nation will seek help from a stronger nation to resolve a problem, then hate the stronger nation because the weaker nation could not solve the problem themselves. Though it was not realized at the time, . . . Map (db m92254) HM WM
31 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — War with Spain
There were two principal causes for the war with Spain. The first was the brutality of the methods by which the Spanish Colonial authorities sought to suppress the revolution that began in Cuba in 1859 - methods that outraged the American sense of . . . Map (db m91849) HM
32 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — World War I
'The war to end all wars' began following the assassination of the Archduke of Austria-Hungary in the summer of 1914. Before the summer was over Great Britain, France, Russia, and their allies were at war with Germany, Austria-Hungary, and their . . . Map (db m91850) HM
33 Arkansas, Benton County, Bella Vista — World War II Home Front
Following the sneak attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the massive American production might was mobilized. After that attack the production of most non-essential consumer goods was halted or curtailed, and manufacturing facilities were . . . Map (db m92187) HM
34 Arkansas, Benton County, Lowell — The Butterfield Stagecoach RoadEstablished 1858
This marker, set on the Butterfield Stagecoach Road, is placed near the spot where the trail crossed the east-west road between Huntsville and the Robinson settlement in western Benton County. John Robinson, a Revolutionary soldier, settled here . . . Map (db m68781) HM
35 Arkansas, Benton County, Rogers — F-101B Voodoo
USAF Century Series aircraft flown by active interceptor squadrons, the Air Defense Command, and the Air National Guard from 1959 - 1983. The Voodoo is well known for its NATO role as a nuclear deterrent during the Cold War. The RF-101 . . . Map (db m62520) HM
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36 Arkansas, Boone County, Harrison — Jack WilliamsPharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR — October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945 —
In memory and honor of Jack Williams Pharmacist's Mate 3rd Class, USNR (October 18, 1924 - March 3, 1945) Recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the . . . Map (db m229642) HM WM
37 Arkansas, Carroll County, Eureka Springs — 18 — Civil War Healing
The Eureka Springs area's reputation as a health resort has its origins in the Civil War. Late 19th-century accounts claim Dr. Alvah Jackson treated sick and wounded soldiers during the war. In early 1865, Maj. J. W. Cooper, who led Confederate . . . Map (db m59967) HM
38 Arkansas, Carroll County, Eureka Springs — Spanish-American and World War Veterans Memorial
In memory of our deceased World War Veterans Western District of Carroll County In Memoriam United Spanish War Veterans 1898Map (db m59973) HM
39 Arkansas, Fulton County, Mammoth Spring — Old Soldier's Reunion
In 1890, the first Reunion of the Blue and Gray was held at Mammoth Spring, attracting Civil War veterans on both sides from Northern Arkansas and Southern Missouri. It quickly became a popular August event, with most participants arriving . . . Map (db m192166) HM
40 Arkansas, Fulton County, Mammoth Spring — The Big Gun
This U.S. Model 1861 4.5-inch Ordnance Rifle was known locally as "The Big Gun." The annual Reunion of the Blue and Gray, held at Mammoth Spring, became so popular the U.S. War Department furnished this cannon in 1893. During reunion week, it . . . Map (db m192167) HM
41 Arkansas, Jefferson County, Pine Bluff — Auguste La noir de Serville
To honor Auguste La noir de Serville Hero of the American Revolution French Marine served under Count de Grasse Wounded Yorktown, VA Oct. 14, 1781 Died Jefferson Co. Ark. Dec. 30, 1828Map (db m30579) HM
42 Arkansas, Lawrence County, Walnut Ridge — Dedicated to all Veterans who Served their Country
Dedicated to all Veterans who Served their Country 1995 Quorum Court Judge Alex LathamMap (db m169369) WM
43 Arkansas, Lincoln County, Star City — Lincoln County Confederate Memorial
[southwest panel] In memory of our Confederate heroes 1861—1865 [southeast panel] Lincoln County remembers the faithfulness of her sons and commends their example to future generations [northeast panel] Erected by Capt. J. . . . Map (db m238099) WM
44 Arkansas, Lonoke County, Lonoke — Eberts Air FieldWorld War I Training Site
The Army Aviation Commission in 1917 accepted these 960 acres from Lonoke citizens to establish an aviators school. Approximately 2,500 enlisted men and officers were stationed here from 1918 to 1919. A thousand planes, sometimes known as "flying . . . Map (db m218159) HM
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45 Arkansas, Mississippi County, Manila — Herman DavisPvt. Co. I 113th Inf. — Sharpshooter and Company Runner —
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
46 Arkansas, Ouachita County, Camden — AF 45-35160World War II — They lived as they died, for their country —
On January 20, 1944 near this spot, 8 brave airmen of the United States Army Air Forces lost their lives when their B-26 Medium Bomber crashed and burned about 1:37 PM. 397th Bomb Group 598th Bomb Sqdn. In Memoriam • 1st Lt. George . . . Map (db m212209) HM WM
47 Arkansas, Perry County, Perryville — City of Perryville
Among early settlers were Price, Houston, Greathouse, Rison, Blackwell, Buckingham and Bland. Perryville was named after Commodore Oliver H. Perry, established as a county seat 1840 and incorporated as a town in 1878. First church organized in Rison . . . Map (db m156771) HM
48 Arkansas, Poinsett County, Harrisburg — Poinsett County Military Monument
To all Servicemen and Women of Poinsett County who faithfully serve their country with honorMap (db m116181) WM
49 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — A Tribute to Gen. Thos. J. ChurchillC.S.A.
— A Tribute to — Gen. Thos. J. Churchill — C.S.A. — Born March 10, 1824 Died May 14, 1905 Erected by Robert C. Newton Camp • S.C.V. 38th Annual Confederate Reunion May 8-11-1928Map (db m157584) WM
50 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Civil War Memorial
In the War Between the States in 1861 Arkansas gave her adhesion to the Southern Confederacy; and 50,000 of her sons took part in the struggle on that side; while a smaller number espoused the northern cause. To-day there is no North — no . . . Map (db m157590) WM
51 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — David Owen Dodd Memorial Reported permanently removed
David O. Dodd Arkansas Boy Martyr of the Confederacy Born Nov. 10, 1846 Executed Jan. 8, 1864 ”Aye, such was the love of the boy for his Southland, Such his endurance, his courage, his pride, That e'er he'd betray his own beloved band He . . . Map (db m157596) HM WM
52 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Gen. James Miller
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53 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — In Loving Remembrance of the Confederate Women of Arkansas
Erected by the J.M. Keller Chapter, Daughters of the Confederacy Little Rock, Nov. 9, 1910. In Loving Remembrance of the Confederate Women of Arkansas. ”O dearly loved! Though ye have gone to other stars or spheres, we still have for you . . . Map (db m157555) WM
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54 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — In Memory of Herman Davisof Mississippi County Arkansas
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
55 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Mexican-American War Memorial
This tablet is placed by the State of Arkansas in honor of her sons who served in the war with Mexico in 1846-7; and especially in memory of those who fell at Buena Vista and other conflicts of that war. • • • ”On Fame’s eternal camping . . . Map (db m157580) WM
56 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — Spanish-American War Memorial
When the call to arms sounded in the War with Spain, in 1898 Arkansas sent 2822 of her sons into the field with marvelous rapidity; and many gave up their lives in hospital and camp. Arkansas honors all who served, and especially those who died, as . . . Map (db m157593) WM
57 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — To The Confederate Women of Arkansas1861-1865
”Whose pious ministrations to our wounded soldiers soothed the last hours of those who died for the object of their tenderest love; whose domestic labors contributed much to supply the wants of our defenders in the field; whose jealous faith . . . Map (db m128513) WM
58 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — To the Honor and Memory of the Southern Soldiers
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59 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — War of 1812 Memorial
To the Honor and Glory of our Patriotic Sires who gave their services for their country in the War of 1812-1815 • • • This tablet is dedicated in gratitude and pride by the National Society of the United States Daughters of 1812 State of Arkansas . . . Map (db m157499) WM
60 Arkansas, Pulaski County, Little Rock, Downtown — World War I Memorial
In the great World-War of 1917, Arkansas sent her sons streaming overseas to save the World for Liberty. Proud of their valor and their achievements she rejoices for those who returned unharmed; and mourns for those who fell on the shell-torn sod . . . Map (db m157595) WM
61 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Confederate Burials in the National Cemetery
The Confederate Occupation The War Department established Fort Smith in 1817 and occupied it until April 23, 1861. Learning that the Arkansas militia was advancing, the garrison retreated, taking arms and supplies from the fort with them. . . . Map (db m92307) HM
62 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Fort Smith National Cemetery
Civil War Fort Smith In 1817, the U.S. Army sent a detachment of soldiers to Arkansas Territory to keep the peace between the Osage and Cherokee nations. They built a post on the shore of the Arkansas River and named it for Gen. Thomas A. . . . Map (db m92314) HM
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63 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Our Confederate Dead1861 - 1865
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64 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Purple Heart MemorialCombat Wounded Veterans
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65 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — United Spanish War Veterans MemorialIn Memoriam
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66 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Veterans MemorialTo All Who Served
Military Conflicts in U.S. History American Revolution (1775-1783) War of 1812 (1812-1815) Mexican War (1846-1848) Civil War (1861-1865) Indian Wars (Colonial Era to 1890) Spanish American War (1898) The Boxer Rebellion . . . Map (db m92338) WM
67 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Veterans Memorial Carillon
AMVETS in conjunction with the Citizens of the area dedicated this carillon as a living memorial to Arkansas-Oklahoma Veterans who served their country honorably for the Cause of Freedom November 11, 1986 Fort Smith National . . . Map (db m92342) WM
68 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — Vietnam War Memorial1959 - 1975 — Sebastian County, Arkansas —
This monument is dedicated to the brave sons of Sebastian County, Arkansas, who, in the defense of freedom in South Vietnam, made the supreme sacrifice. In a controversial, complex and diverse struggle, they answered the call of their country in a . . . Map (db m92360) WM
69 Arkansas, Sebastian County, Fort Smith — William O. DarbyArkansas — Brig. General U. S. Army World War II —
Born in Fort Smith Ark. Feb. 8, 1911 Graduate U.S.M.A. June 1933 Assistant Comdr. 10th Mountain Div. Died in Po Valley Italy Apr. 30, 1945 Organized First Ranger Bn. CO Ranger Force - Tunisia-Sicily-Italy 1942-1944 Comdr. 179th . . . Map (db m92348) HM WM
70 Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Archibald YellIn Memory Of
Born near Salisbury, North Carolina, Aug. 1797 Volunteer in Battle of New Orleans, 1815 Member of Tennessee Legislature, 1827 Grand Master of Masons in Tennessee, 1831 District Judge of Arkansas Territory, 1832-1836 Charter Member of . . . Map (db m59891) HM
71 Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — First Confederate Company Organized in Washington County
Near this spot a flag was presented to the First Confederate Company organized in Washington County Co. E, 2nd Cavalry Reg’t Arkansas Volunteers Capt. T.J. Kelly May 1861Map (db m59902) HM
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72 Arkansas, Washington County, Fayetteville — Replica of the Statue of Liberty
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States The Boy Scouts of America dedicate this copy of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and and loyalty The . . . Map (db m92306) HM
 
 
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