Christmas Tree Memorial - Monroe, Michigan
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N 41° 54.885 W 083° 23.814
17T E 301223 N 4643089
Outside the Monroe County Courthouse, this tree was a memorial to servicemen.
Waymark Code: WM4EGR
Location: Michigan, United States
Date Posted: 08/13/2008
Views: 34
This Christmas tree was dedicated on December 12, 1952. It is in front of the Monroe County Courthouse. I believe it was used in Chistmas celebrations, but am unable to confirm that.
The plaque in front reads:
"Every Light a Prayer for Peace"
Dedicated December 12,1952
as a living memorial to those who
have served in the Armed Forces
Monroe Council of Garden Clubs
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: those who have served in the Armed Forces
Marker Text:
"Every Light a Prayer for Peace"
Dedicated December 12,1952
as a living memorial to those who
have served in the Armed Forces
Monroe Council of Garden Clubs
Date of dedication: December 12, 1952
Who Put it Here?: Monroe Council of Garden Clubs
Description of Memorial:
A large conifer in front of the Monroe County Courthouse, marked by a plaque
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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