"... but not forgotten" - Salt Lake City, Utah
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brwhiz
N 40° 46.634 W 111° 53.393
12T E 424908 N 4514408
A soldier in Vietnam returns from patrol.
Waymark Code: WM9MAK
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 09/03/2010
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"...but not forgotten"
A soldier of 19 going on 39 returns from a night patrol and fire fight. His nerves, like his ammunition, are spent. He carries the burden of an extra rifle that belongs to a fallen buddy; a burden that is insignificant compared to the extra baggage of unexpressed feelings that he will most likely carry for life. Feelings that are mirrored in his face and his eyes through what has been termed the "thousand yard stare".
He is alone now even though others are near. Emotionally, he will try to stay alone to avoid the searing pain of losing another friend to a cause that is not very well understood. He is alone with his feelings when he returns home - for no one dares to ask questions, lest they be shaken from their own beliefs or forced to take a side in a controversial, no win war.
He is strong and determined. He did his best, while restrained in his efforts by a confused government, as he waded through the mire. He has quietly gone about his civilian life making contributions to society. He has done his duty at the request of a few, without the support of a majority. He is an American!
His painful memories are dimmed by time ... but not forgotten. His service to his country has been ignored ... but not forgotten. Gone are his fellow veterans who are missing or dead ... but not forgotten.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: "... but not forgotten"
Figure Type: Human
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Clyde Ross Morgan
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: October 14, 1989
Materials used: Bronze
Location: Utah State Capitol grounds, at west entrance to Capitol
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