World War II Memorial - Peqout Lakes, MN
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lenron
N 46° 36.196 W 094° 18.754
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Granite World War II Memorial in Pequot Lakes, MN.
Waymark Code: WMJHYE
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 11/22/2013
Views: 1
Situated in Trailside Park just off of Highway 371 in Peqout Lakes, this marker is one of many veteran's memorials in the park. The circular memorial features markers dedicated to the Korean War, World War I, Vietnam War and the Purple Heart. Dedicated pavers lead the pathway to the memorial which is flanked by flags.
The marker reads:
World War II 1941-1945
When my country called,
I answered
When my country asked,
I gave
Reach out now
across the years and
through the tears
Remember me
The center of the marker has the European Theater and Pacific Theater maps
The right side reads:
Total Servicemembers - 16,112,566
Service Deaths - 405,399
Nonmortal Wounds - 671,846
Nearby are benches, restrooms and downtown Peqout Lakes.
Property Permission: Public
Commemoration: World War II
Date of Dedication: Not listed
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