Veteran's Memorial - Citrus Heights, CA
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N 38° 42.016 W 121° 17.552
10S E 648479 N 4284898
The newest of several veteran's memorials in the Sylvan Cemetery.
Waymark Code: WMHHKD
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 07/12/2013
Views: 3
Emblems of the branches of the Armed Forces are mounted on black marble near the center of the cemetery. There is also a bronze plaque. The memorial is right next to a cemetery roadway so there is close parking and easy access. This memorial compliments several other veteran memorials that are in the cemetery.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only):
Sylvan commemorates the Spanish America War, WW I, WW II, Korea, Vietnam, and current.
In Honor Of: those who served in the Armed Forces of the United states during times of war and peace
Marker Text:
The Sacrifices of Few
Ensure the Freedom of Many
A grateful community remembers
those who served in the Armed
Forces of the United states during
times of war and peace, whose courage
and sacrifices continue to defend
and preserve our freedom.
These military emblems are appropriately
dedicated on Memorial day 2001,
to the loyal men and women
who served our country.
Who Put it Here?: Legion Post 637; VFW Post 5991
Description of Memorial:
Located near the center of the cemetery, the memorial has two black marble clad sections separated by a walkway leading to a flagpole. The emblems of the service branches of the U S Armed forces are mounted on the two marble sections. There is also plaque which is transcribed in the section above.
Date of dedication: Not listed
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