Joplin Korea and Vietnam Memorial - Joplin MO
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Where's George
N 37° 04.957 W 094° 30.936
15S E 365289 N 4105111
This marble monument resides on the west lawn of Joplin Memorial Hall, and serves as a poignant reminder of those Joplin residents who gave their lives in Korea and Vietnam.
Waymark Code: WMKK4M
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 04/24/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member iconions
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Located on the western side of the impressive and historical Memorial Hall, this simple monument pays tribute to those who gave it all in war, defending our country.
Type of Memorial: Multi-War Memorial

Wars mentioned (Multi-war only):
- Korea - Vietnam


In Honor Of: In memory of our heroic combat dead of the Korean and Vietnam conflicts

Marker Text:
In memory of our heroic combat dead of the Korean and Vietnam conflicts (side stones) Korean (list of names) Vietnam (list of names)


Date of dedication: May 30, 1973

Who Put it Here?: Department of Defense

Description of Memorial:
This monument is one of two war memorials on the property of the Memorial Hall building.


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