The original Drill Hall, now a gymnasium, was designed with battered walls to give the massive building a military, fort-like appearance. Above the main entrance, the architects provided a large ornamentation of the bow of an ancient sailing ship, . . . — — Map (db m38182) HM
During World War I, the Public Works Department at Great Lakes was tasked with the original construction of new facilities. Originally, Public Works was to use local civilian contractors. The problem, however, was that patriotic tradesmen joined . . . — — Map (db m37870) HM
Throughout WWI and WWII, athletic opportunities for recruits included swimming, basketball, hockey, water polo, boxing, wrestling and track and field. But, it was in football that Great Lakes achieved national prominence. Among the thousands of . . . — — Map (db m37922) HM
The Great Lakes History Trail has been established on base to teach about the past and promote a healthy future. As you walk the 2 mile trail, you will learn more about the fascinating history of our great base at the actual locations where it . . . — — Map (db m37876) HM
This replica of the 1910 bandstand
upon which LT John Philip Sousa, USN
directed the Naval Training Center Band
was built from original plans in observance
of the Naval Training Center's
75th Anniversary.
Dedicated by NTC Commander . . . — — Map (db m38007) HM
In March, 1944, the first African-American naval officers in U.S. history were commissioned at Great Lakes Naval Training Center. Twelve ensigns and one warrant officer made American military history, and went on to serve with distinction in World . . . — — Map (db m38003) HM
Throughout WWI and WWII, athletic opportunities for recruits included swimming, basketball, hockey, water polo, boxing, wrestling and track & field. But, it was in WWI football that Great Lakes achieved national prominence. Among the thousands of . . . — — Map (db m38077) HM
With the surrender of Japan and the close of hostilities in August, 1945, a call resounded across the nation to “bring our boys back home.” A demobilization center was established at Great Lakes to process the discharge of sailors. In . . . — — Map (db m37926) HM
Early aviation at Great Lakes included both pilot training and schools for enlisted Aviation Quartermasters, Machinists Mates, Aviation Armorers, and Ordnancemen. The first pilots were from among wealthy Illinois families who not only encouraged . . . — — Map (db m37873) HM
During the astonishing growth of the Navy during World War I, women were, for the first time, accepted into the Navy. These women enlisted into the yeoman rating and were designated with an (F) for female. They served with the aviation unit and . . . — — Map (db m37925) HM
A memorial to Brigadier-General Casimir Pulaski
Revolutionary War-hero father of
American cavalry on the 150th
anniversary of his death
Born in Poland in 1748. At the age of 25, had achieved a European reputation as first-class military . . . — — Map (db m213622) HM WM
Presented by the Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic Department of Illinois. 1861-5 1914 Ida E. Wright President Commemorating the Deeds of the Union Veterans of the Civil War With malice toward none with charity for all Lincoln . . . — — Map (db m213925) WM
This plaque is placed in memory of the Patriots who gave their lives for their country. Soldiers of the American Revolution, and soldiers and sailors of the War of 1812.
Original flag staff and plaque dedicated September 6, 1913
by
The . . . — — Map (db m207607) WM
World War II affected every part of American society. Despite the recent Great Depression, the public was very generous and gave all they could to help the US win the war. The massive war effort moved thousands of troops across the country for . . . — — Map (db m185081) HM
Streators founding father was a noteworthy politician, successful businessman, courageous patriot and remarkable humanitarian. His helping hand, hopeful words, and loving heart were devoted to the service of humanity; his greatest gifts were his . . . — — Map (db m185073) HM
Dedicated to the Soldiers, Sailors, and Patriots of the American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783, whose valor, courage, and love of Freedom secured the blessings of Liberty and Independence for our Nation. October 19, 1997 by Streator Chapter . . . — — Map (db m185099) WM
[south]Dedicated to All area men who fought in the American Civil War [east]In honor of Orion P. Howe youngest recipient of Congressional Medal of Honor [west]In honor of Lyston D. Howe youngest to serve in the Civil . . . — — Map (db m185100) HM WM
Dedicated May 26th 1945 to the over 1200 men and women who served during W.W. II from the Streator land area. It also stands as a reminder that over 80 of those 1200 gave their lives in the defense of this nation and that of other nations so that . . . — — Map (db m186197) WM
Engine: J-75-P-19W with 26,500 lb. thrust
Speed: Supersonic-Mach 2 at altitude above 36,000 ft.
Maximum range: 2390 miles with max ceiling at 48,500 ft.
Armament:1 20mm M61A1 Vulcan Gatling Gun
with 1028 rounds
or 16-750 lb conventional . . . — — Map (db m239051) HM WM
[On the north-facing side of a granite tablet located in the middle of the park:]
To create...
A place devoted to ALL, who have dedicated their lives to the preservation of the freedoms of this great Country...
A place that through the . . . — — Map (db m239175) WM
In memory to these men who gave the ultimate sacrifice. They served their country in a land far away so others could enjoy the freedom we have. We will forever honor their service and dedication.
Leroy Clyde Schaneberg, Ashton IL, . . . — — Map (db m239097) WM
In Eternal Memory of those from Lincoln and Logan County who served their country in all her wars, and of their Gold Star Mothers and Widows, we dedicate this park. From these grounds those who served entrained to answer their Countrys call. . . . — — Map (db m12443) HM
[front] “Our country in her intercourse with foreign nations may she always be in the right, but our country right or wrong.” [back]Stephen Decatur For whom this town was named in 1829 United States Naval Officer of . . . — — Map (db m169578) HM WM
Theodore Roosevelt Letter On Cuba
On January 22, 1907, President Theodore Roosevelt wrote to Secretary of War William Howard Taft rejecting the idea of a protectorate over Cuba and expressing his determination that the United States should . . . — — Map (db m169581) HM
Modern Era - War on Terror
M4A1 Carbine
Curly
The kneeling soldier statue represents the homage given to fellow warriors and "Fallen Heroes," past and present, as he or she is "Called to Duty".
WWII - Korean . . . — — Map (db m169639) HM WM
One quarter-mile to the west stood Fort Russell, a wooden stockade which served as a base of supplies and operations for the Illinois Militia during the War of 1812. From here, for months at a time, Governor Ninian Edwards administered the affairs . . . — — Map (db m202080) HM
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Buried in Nix/Judy Cemetery on hilltop:
Pvt John Nix served with the SC troops under Cpt Davis, Richard Win's Rgt. He served under Cpt Thomas Baker in the battles of Eutaw Springs and Orangeburg.
Pvt Henry Thornhill . . . — — Map (db m151118) HM WM
In memory
of the men of
McDonough County,
who
voluntarily offered
and
freely gave their lives,
"That government
of the people,
by the people,
and for the people
shall not perish
from the Earth."
Fort Donelson,
Shiloh, . . . — — Map (db m85092) WM
Served in the Armed Forces
of the United States
[Roll of Honored Dead]
R. Abbott E. Beran A. Franke
N. Johnson J. Lazansky F. Reynolds
J. R. Sedivec E. Steckelberg
[Honor Roll of . . . — — Map (db m94599) HM
No Honor is greater than
to Serve your Country.
This memorial is placed here
to express our Thanks to
all persons who have served
in the Military Forces
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[Honored . . . — — Map (db m94596) WM
Fort Piggott
Revolutionary War Captain James Piggot (1735-1799) was a native of Connecticut who later moved to Pennsylvania and commanded a company of Pennsylvania troops in the battle of Brandywine and Saratoga, among others. After an . . . — — Map (db m244293) HM WM
William Whiteside built Whiteside station as a fort to protect his family, pioneers and travelers from Indian raids, along the Kaskaskia-Cahokia trail.
Whiteside was a patriot of North Carolina during the American Revolutionary War and is . . . — — Map (db m140339) HM
Shadrach Bond Sr., a soldier of the Revolution War and the army of George Rogers Clark settled about one-third mile east of this marker in 1782.
His nephew, Shadrach Bond the first Governor of the State of Illinois (1818-1892) moved here . . . — — Map (db m199226) HM
These earliest settlers Capt. James Moore, The leader. Shadrach Bond, Robert Kidd, Larken Rutherford, and James Garretson, were who served under George Rogers Clark in 1778.
They arrived with their families in the spring of 1782 and . . . — — Map (db m227340) HM
James Lemen
Born in Virgina, Nov. 20, 1760
Died in Illinois Jan. 8, 1823
A Revolutionary Soldier, Indian
Fighter, Anti Slavery Leader,
Baptist Minster and Organizer
of the First Churches in Illinois.
His wife
Katherine Ogle . . . — — Map (db m204648) HM
Captain James Moore was an officer of the Virginia Militia during the American Revolution. Moore had an adventurous spirit and organized settlers to move to the West. The government offered the emigrants land grants for settlement in the vast, . . . — — Map (db m219744) HM
The first French people came to Illinois during the seventeenth century because of political instability in France. The settlers took a trail from Kaskaskia to Cahokia called the "Hill Trail" Along this trail, just south of Waterloo, is a spring . . . — — Map (db m219731) HM
The Moore family left a distinguished mark on Waterloo's history.
Some time after settlement at Bellefontaine had been made, Captain James Moore, having established to some degree amicable relations with the Indians, took steps toward . . . — — Map (db m219950) HM
On Apr. 30, 1825, Lafayette arrived at Gen. Edgar's home, dined at Col. Sweet's Tavern & attended a Ball at William Morrison's house. — — Map (db m223511) HM
In memory of all our sons who so nobly served their country in World War II Kelly Gulley Willie Bivens Harry Akins Charles Thomas Dalton James Earl Roper James Burton Harrison Rexal L. Martin James Henry Turner Harry Byron Rann . . . — — Map (db m192079) WM
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Three Patriots and their wives are interred in blocks 12 and 13 on the hill north of this site.
Moses Broadwell (1764-1827). Served in 3rd New Jersey Reg't, Continental Army in 1780. The regiment saw action during the New . . . — — Map (db m156871) HM WM
To Honor the Soldiers of the War of 1812
who lie buried in Sangamon County
First Column:
Roswell Abel James Adams William Archer James Baker Jacob Baker Eli Barbre Isaac Bates Oliver Bates Amor Batterton Philo Beers . . . — — Map (db m46175) WM
May this site of "Freedom Square" be an eternal remembrance of those Shelby County Veterans who served and sacrificed that all people might live in a world of peace and freedom.
[Left of the inscription, etching of General MacArthur walking . . . — — Map (db m80914) HM
Dedicated to the memory of the men and women of Cahokia who aide George Rogers Clark and his men in defeating the British from 1778 to 1780. Efforts of these patriots and veterans helped secure the territory north of the Ohio River and east of the . . . — — Map (db m171151) HM WM
Dedicated to the memory of our soldiers and patriots who served with fidelity the cause of the American Revolution and all others who aided the quest for freedom. Clement Alarie,-- Jean Bte Auarie,-- Gabriel Baron,-- Jean Ste, Baron, -- Angelique . . . — — Map (db m215254) HM WM
At the end of the nation's most famous senatorial campaign between
Abraham Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas, both men appeared on these
courthouse grounds to address the excited citizens of Stark County in
1858. Douglas arrived on October 26 and . . . — — Map (db m150575) HM
President Roosevelts Speech The following is the text of the President's reply: Congressman Hitt, and my fellow countrymen: We meet today to commemorate one of those numerous scenes of this country in which the whole future of the . . . — — Map (db m233346) HM
Buried here: King Neptune; Famous Navy Mascot Pig
Auctioned for $19,000,000.00 in War bonds.
1942-1946 to help make a free world.
This memorial site dedicated by Don C. Lingle, PNAC, NR-R
To the millions of people, who gave their . . . — — Map (db m161010) HM
Statue Erected
by
Daughters of the American Revolution
in Memory of Soldiers of the War for Independence
who are buried in Vermilion County.
William Adams
David Baird
Jacob Gundy
Hugh King
Thomas Morton
Joseph Coughran . . . — — Map (db m241668) HM
In memory of Major Kenneth D. Bailey, U.S.M.C., Congressional Medal of Honor Winner for bravery in World War II.
A 1930 Danville High School graduate, he was Commanding Officer of Company C, First Raiders Battalion, which attacked Japanese . . . — — Map (db m31963) HM
To the lasting memory of all her sons who fought for the Stars and Stripes in all wars; those who fought and lived; those who fought and died; those who gave much; and those who gave all; Citizens of Wabash County, erect this monument. . . . — — Map (db m186504) WM
On this site was the home of Thomasanne Payne, Authoress of the Song 'Sleep Soldier Sleep' which she wrote in honor of James Bethel Gresham from Evansville, Indiana. He was the first American Soldier to die in World War I. The song was accepted . . . — — Map (db m61784) HM WM
In July 1928, four Eagle Scouts were selected for a nationwide safety tour to promote the Lincoln Highway and the upcoming national scouting event in which the Lincoln Highway concrete markers would be installed. The Scouts, two Scoutmasters, and a . . . — — Map (db m172995) HM
Erected in honor of all employes
of Lockport Works
who served in the Armed Forces in
World War II
and in memory of those listed below
who lost their lives while in the
service of our country
Harold A. Adamson La Verne Bundy
Donald . . . — — Map (db m94002) WM
[Honor Roll of Veterans
by company and unit,
largely illegible]
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This memorial had been dedicated to those of the Plainfield area who gave their all for their country in . . . — — Map (db m94077) HM
