On South 4th Street (State Highway 15) just south of Kansas Street, on the left when traveling south.
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 loyalty 40th Anniversary . . . — — Map (db m181434) HM
Near Interstate 80 (at milepost 61), 1.3 miles east of Upland Parkway (Alternate Interstate 80), on the right when traveling west.
The Purple Heart medal was originated by General George Washington on August 7, 1782 for distinguished valor and is now awarded only to members of the armed forces of the United States who have been wounded in combat against an armed enemy. . . . — — Map (db m231068) HM
Near Bridges to Buttes Byway (U.S. 20) 0.1 miles south of Soldier Creek Road, on the right when traveling south.
This flagstaff, 105 feet high, is constructed of metal pipe with a ladder and crow's nest for buglers. It was originally on the other side of the 1905 headquarters near the highway, having replaced an earlier flagstaff blown
down by an 1889 . . . — — Map (db m223432) HM
Bohemian patriot and journalist who sincerely labored for the elevation and liberty of his countrymen.
To live in hearts we leave behind, is not to die. — — Map (db m83239) HM
April 12, 1861: Fort Sumter, South Carolina was fired on by Rebel forces. On the 18th of May, Nebraska Territory Governor Alvin Saunders issued a proclamation calling for volunteers to either answer the call from President Lincoln for service in . . . — — Map (db m48286) HM
On Grant Street near 6th Street (U.S. 77), on the left when traveling east.
Soldiers
of the Civil War 1861-1865
[and]
Spanish War, 1898-1901.
[Honor Roll of Names]
Rawlins Post No. 35.
Department of Nebraska
Grand Army of the Republic
Organized in
Fraternity, Charity & Loyalty
A.D. 1879
Rawlins . . . — — Map (db m47656) HM
President Harry S. Truman established a policy of containing Communism that was followed by succeeding presidents until the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Beatrice's residents served in Germany, protected the U.S. borders, and fought in the . . . — — Map (db m48231) HM
June 25, 1950, Communist North Korea invades South Korea and the Korean War begins. The United Nations asks member nations to aid South Korea. President Truman sends U.S. air and naval forces to South Korean defense. Regular Army troops move from . . . — — Map (db m48232) HM
The United States Congress officially ended the draft in September 28, 1971. Since then, volunteer armed forces have been called to protect freedom throughout the world.
In 2001, the Beatrice National Guard was deployed to Kuwait with the 1-167 . . . — — Map (db m48228) HM
On Grant Street near 6th Street (U.S. 77), on the left when traveling east.
To honor all men and
women who honorably
served their country
in the Armed Forces
of the United States
Dedicated
November 11, 1995 — — Map (db m47654) HM
On 2nd Street near Court Street (U.S. 136), on the left when traveling north.
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 . . . — — Map (db m47617) HM
On 6th Street (U.S. 77) near Veterans Memorial Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Originally dedicated 1934
Rededicated 2000
Symbolism of the Mural
Just as our own Nebraska natives left their homes to fight wars on foreign soil, the use of Endicott brick represents native earth that brings all of us back to our . . . — — Map (db m48234) HM
In Beatrice, industries pooled resources to obtain defense contracts by creating Homestead Industries, Inc. This "war production pool of industries" included Dempster Industries, Store Kraft Manufacturing, W.M. Haith Tank Works, Beatrice Steel . . . — — Map (db m48270) HM
World War I began in Europe in 1914. The United States stayed neutral for the first three years. Only after German submarines sank a record number of U.S. merchant ships did the U.S. enter the war.
Called up for duty on the Mexican Border in . . . — — Map (db m48267) HM
December 7, 1941, Japan bombed Pearl Harbor and the United States declared war. On December 11, 1941, the United States declared war on Germany and Italy. Gage County residents served in Europe and in the Pacific. They fought in major battles, . . . — — Map (db m48279) HM
On Smith Avenue (U.S. 283) north of Rockford Street, on the right when traveling north.
In memory of those who gave their lives in World War II ☆ ☆ ☆ Frank F. Wendland John J.W. Wendland Ervin Eugene Koch Raymond August Herman Meyer Harvey William Rader William Clifton White Leland Earl Thomas William . . . — — Map (db m176825) WM
On Locust Street near 1st Street (U.S. 30), on the left when traveling south.
In memory of the
defenders of our country
1861-1865 — 1898-1900
Committee of Lyon Post No. 11
Nebr. G.A.R.
G. C. Humphrey
C. B. Norris
G. F. Ryan — — Map (db m53249) HM
Near West Capital Avenue just west of Taylor Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
First known as the Nebraska Soldiers and Sailors Home, the Grand Island Veterans Home was opened in 1887. The first home was a four-story Victorian building situated on 640 acres. The building soon became inadequate to house the veterans. Between . . . — — Map (db m181697) HM
On Interstate 80 at milepost 316.5, on the right when traveling west.
The Purple Heart medal was originated by General George Washington on August 7, 1782 for distinguished valor and is now awarded only to members of the armed forces of the United States who have been wounded in combat against an armed . . . — — Map (db m79693) HM WM
On West Husker Highway, 0.9 miles west of State Highway 11, on the left when traveling west.
On August 17, 1943, a B-17F bomber from Kearney, Nebraska, Army Air Field crashed 300 yards south, killing all aboard. The plane was on a routine training flight before going overseas. Losing their lives were 2nd Lt. Sylvester J. Diebold, Benton, . . . — — Map (db m182051) HM
Near 16th Street (State Highway 14) just north of US Highway 34 (Alternate Interstate 80), on the left when traveling north.
CO. H, 5th Nebr. N. G. 134th Inft. mobilized here July 15, 1917 Sept. 14, 1917 for service in The World War Presented by Womans Relief Corps Aurora Chamber of Commerce — — Map (db m206751) HM WM
On American Legion Memorial Highway (U.S. 281) 8.6 miles south of U.S. 20, on the right when traveling south.
Originally the entire responsibility for highways in Nebraska rested with the counties. In 1917 the Legislature accepted the provisions of a federal law and appropriated money to match federal funds for highway construction. This act marked the . . . — — Map (db m182016) HM
On Broadway near 4th Street, on the right when traveling east.
Dedicated to those of Johnson County Nebraska who in the spirit of self sacrifice enrolled in the service of their country in the Great World War of 1914-1918.
[Roll of Honor] — — Map (db m48210) HM
On Colorado Avenue near 4th Street, on the left when traveling south.
Veterans
of the World War
Kearney County, Nebraska
[Roll of Honored Dead]
Hilmer Anderson · Leo Robert Atwater
William D. Brainard · Thomas J. Geren
Harry A. Hetrick · Reuben N. D. Jensen
Segfred O. Johnson · Frank Leafstedt . . . — — Map (db m58982) HM
On L Street (East Turbine Avenue) just east of North Ash Street, on the left when traveling east.
Dedicated to the memory of our men from Keya Paha County who served their country in the Civil War, the Spanish War, and Great World War that Liberty shall not perish from the Earth. World War Antrim, Benj. R. Austin, Warren . . . — — Map (db m237257) WM
Near Walnut Street (Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway) (State Highway 12) at Spruce Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
On the night of June 2, 1969, while on maneuvers in the South China Sea off the coast of Vietnam, the Australian aircraft carrier Melbourne was in collision with the destroyer USS Frank E. Evans. The impact cut the Evans in . . . — — Map (db m181893) HM WM
On February 22, 1899, William Jennings Bryan gave one of the most renowned speeches in American History. The presentation, given in Washington, D.C., was entitle, "America's Mission". He spoke of purpose and direction and challenge, and . . . — — Map (db m66848) HM
On Vine Street at 14th Street, on the right when traveling west on Vine Street.
General John J. Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Forces to Europe in World War I, was Professor of Military Science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln between September 1891 and June 1895. Upon his arrival in Lincoln, which was . . . — — Map (db m54351) HM
On North Jeffers Street (U.S. 83) at East 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north on North Jeffers Street.
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
loyalty The Crusade . . . — — Map (db m125079) HM
Near North Buffalo Bill Avenue, 0.8 miles north of Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling north.
This shield is from the North Platte, NE. Union Pacific Depot 3-20-1918 to 11-1-1973 Home of WWII Canteen 12-25-1941 to 4-1-1946 — — Map (db m191939) HM
In honor of all veterans
that have served their country
Duty Honor Freedom
Courage Service
[Honor Roll of]
Veterans Killed in Action
Dedicated May 30, 2011 — — Map (db m48146) HM
Near Main Street west of South 2nd Street, on the left when traveling west.
This tablet marks the place where Co. C. 1st Reg. of Nebraska enlisted June 9, 1861, for the Civil War and is dedicated in memory of all who served in the wars of our nation. — — Map (db m194898) HM WM
On 56th Road near Nebraska Highway 2, on the left when traveling north.
The Atlas-F ICBM (operational 1961-65) was an important component of national defense during the Cold War. Twelve Atlas sites, one located half a mile west, were manned by the 551st Strategic Missile Squadron, Lincoln Air Force Base.
On November . . . — — Map (db m54341) HM
On Main Street at 3rd Street, on the left when traveling north on Main Street.
We dedicate this memorial in remembrance of the veterans from the Steinauer community and the surrounding area who have served their country at home and throughout the world. We honor their heroism and their dedication. Land donated in . . . — — Map (db m190401) WM
On 325th Street just east of Monastery Road (175th Avenue), on the left when traveling east.
In October 1934 Camp Platte was established near here by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). The CCC was one of President Franklin D. Roosevelts New Deal programs designed to promote economic recovery during the Great Depression. Its goal was . . . — — Map (db m206955) HM
On 33rd Avenue (U.S. 30/81) at 6th Street, on the right when traveling south on 33rd Avenue.
In Memory of
All Korean Veterans
Korean War
"The Forgotten War"
June 25, 1950-July 27, 1953
U.S. Killed 54,246
U.S. Wounded 103,284
U.S. Missing 8,177
Platte County Deaths
Rudat, Fred O. Brehm, Reinhold P.
Bruce, John . . . — — Map (db m53180) WM
On 33rd Avenue (U.S. 30/81) at 7th Street on 33rd Avenue.
The West produced many fighting men and ranking high among them are Frank and Luther North of Columbus, leaders of the legendary Pawnee Scouts. The Pawnee, located at their nearby reservation, were eager to cooperate with the Army in fighting their . . . — — Map (db m53147) HM
On Main Avenue at 9th Street, on the right when traveling north on Main Avenue.
of the courageous men of America. It is the responsibility of every one of us to keep the great ideal for which they fought and died. We must keep the faith with these Honored Dead. It is to us, the Living, that the Torch of Liberty and Freedom and . . . — — Map (db m53204) HM
On 4th Street just east of D Street, on the right when traveling east.
Alfred Maximilian Gruenther, four-star general in the U.S. Army, was born in Platte Center, Nebraska, on March 3, 1899, to Christian and Mary Shea Gruenther. He graduated fourth in his class from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1918. . . . — — Map (db m206951) HM
On Franklin Street, on the left when traveling south.
Bellevue, gateway to the upper Missouri and the fur
trade empire, is the oldest continuous settlement in
Nebraska. This town was born, became important, almost
died, and now in the 20th century, has been revitalized.
Fur traders dealing with the . . . — — Map (db m228872) HM
Near 10th Street at U Street, on the right when traveling north.
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States The Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty 40th Anniversary . . . — — Map (db m191401) HM
On Broadway at East 27th Street, on the right when traveling north on Broadway.
With the faith and courage of their forefathers who made possible the freedom of these United States The Boy Scouts of America dedicate this replica of the Statue of Liberty as a pledge of everlasting fidelity and loyalty 40th . . . — — Map (db m238798) HM
Near Airport Terminal Street, 0.2 miles east of County Road 25, on the right when traveling north.
During World War II, the U.S. Army Air Forces operated a satellite airfield at this site. In the fall of 1942 twenty-eight farms were vacated so construction could begin. Some 600,000 cubic yards of concrete for three runways was poured in . . . — — Map (db m238996) HM
On Airport Terminal Street, 0.2 miles east of County Road 25, on the right when traveling north.
In recognition of the brave veterans of our American Armed Forces Honor Duty Country Navy ☆ Army ☆ Marine Corps Coast Guard ☆ Air Force ☆ Merchant Marines — — Map (db m238993) WM
On U.S. 34 at South 6th Street, on the left when traveling east on U.S. 34.
Since 1868, Seward has, with but few interruptions, sponsored a yearly 4th of July celebration which has gained national attention. This square, the original site of the festival, is today its focal point. Special trains once brought revelers here . . . — — Map (db m101843) HM
On Interstate 80 at milepost 355.2, on the right when traveling west.
The Purple Heart medal was originated by General George Washington on August 7, 1782 for distinguished valor and is now awarded only to members of the armed forces of the United States who have been wounded in combat against an armed . . . — — Map (db m79826) HM WM
