Korean War Memorial - Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
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wildwoodke
N 44° 22.675 W 064° 18.570
20T E 395680 N 4914682
This multi-columned war memorial recognizes the valiant efforts of Canadians in the Korean War and in particular those from Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
Waymark Code: WMFQ88
Location: Nova Scotia, Canada
Date Posted: 11/17/2012
Views: 11
This Korean War memorial, which includes World War II has the following names engraved on a plaque in the centre:
Warren G. Allen
Harry Murphy
Robert E. Baker
Charles T. Macintosh
Moyle Beck
Edgar F. Oxner
Clyde W. Byers
Leo Regan
Elward Conrad
Charles A. Ritcey
Hector N. Conrad
Harry Schnare
J. Gilbert Cooper
Gerald H. Smith
Moyle H. Croft
Horace M. Smith
Donald R. Crouse
J. Aubrey Smith
Hubert R. Hebb
Roseville St. C. Smith
Henry H. Herman
Gerald S. Whynacht
Fred Knickle
Roy A. Young
The monument consists of four columns and on top "Their Name Liveth Forevermore".
There are several monuments here including a memorial to those who were killed in World War I, to those that came from Norway to settle and train in Lunenburg in preparation for return to Norway to liberate their country and a Legion memorial.
There is also several benches looking out over a bandstand with individual dedications on them.
A view of the bay is seen by those who stop to contemplate the sacrifices made.
List if there are any visiting hours:
The location is best visited in daylight hours but open 24/7
Entrance fees (if it applies):
None
Type of memorial: Monument
Website pertaining to the memorial: Not listed
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