All Veterans 1 - Bangor, Maine
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The All Veterans dedicated bench overlooks the Battleship USS Maine Monument and is within the Davenport Park located at the NW corner of Main Street and Cedar Street.
Waymark Code: WMV46E
Location: Maine, United States
Date Posted: 02/20/2017
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Dedicated in 1922; Shield and Scroll of USS Maine is one of the most outstanding displays in Maine and accompanying the memorial are two plaques honoring those who served in the Spanish-American War and World War II.
Battleship Maine Monument is comprised of a triangular shaped granite structure to which is affixed the bronze shield and scroll work that was recovered in 1912 from the battleship USS MAINE. The monument is surmounted by a bronze light standard that is crowned by an eagle.
The mysterious sinking of the Maine in Havana Harbor, Cuba, sparked the Spanish-American War. You can visit at any time.
Where is this bench located?: Davenport Park over looking the Battleship USS Maine Monument
Who is this bench honoring?: All Veterans
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