Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, WWII
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JoMari
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A memorial to remember the men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, WWII 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945.
Waymark Code: WMAWXE
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 03/05/2011
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This monument is located on the north-eastern side of Lake Eola Park. This is a very nice park to visit. Many swans and ducks live here. Many people out for a walk, jog, or cycle going through the park.
"Dedicated on the fifty-fifth anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, December 16, 1999, this site honors those men and women who participated in this decisive engagement and all WWII veterans.
A bronze, six-foot tall statue of a proud and victorious GI, on a granite base, is the focal point of the memorial. A near duplication of a statue in Clervaux, Luxembourg, this casting by Orlando sculptor Chris Scala rests upon a bronze-outlined white star which is set into a thirty-four foot diameter concrete base. The insignias of forty-one infantry and armored divisions involved are displayed on the statue base. Five lights, one in each tip of the star, provide continuous illumination of the site. The American, Belgian, and Luxembourg flags stand in a semi circle behind the statue. Veterans of the Bulge and WWII are specifically recognized through the use of named bricks in the adjacent “Circle of Honor.”
The Central Florida Chapter (#18) of the Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge, with generous community support, is responsible for the existence of this important memorial."
From www.floridavets.org
The Plaque
"Dedicated to the gallant men and women who participated in the Battle of the Bulge, World War II, 16 December 1944 thru 25 January 1945 in Belgium and Luxemberg, the greatest battle ever fought by the United States Army. The Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge assembled here on 16 December 1999 to commemorate the 55th Anniversary of the ever famous American victory, and honour all World War II veterans."
Date of Dedication: 12/16/1999
Property Permission: Public
Access instructions: A walk in city park.
Location of waymark:
Lake Eola Park
Orlando, Florida United States of America
32801
Commemoration: 55th Anniversary of the American victory at the Battle of the Bulge in Belgum and Luxembourg
Access times: Not listed
Website for Waymark: Not listed
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