Combat Wounded Veterans Memorial - Athens, GA - Non-Specific Veteran Memorials on Waymarking.com

Dedicated to the recipients of this nation's oldest militry decoration 'The Purple Heart'.
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind, maybe peace will come in my lifetime.
Erected by Northeast Georgia Chapter #531 Military Order of the Purple Heart.

Greater lost hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Gold Star Honor Roll, Athens and Clarke County
-a list of names-
May 27, 1988
by the Athens Historical Society

Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial In Honor Of: Combat Wounded Veterans Marker Text: Dedicated to the recipients of this nation's oldest militry decoration 'The Purple Heart'. My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind, maybe peace will come in my lifetime. Erected by Northeast Georgia Chapter #531 Military Order of the Purple Heart. Greater lost hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. Gold Star Honor Roll, Athens and Clarke County -a list of names- May 27, 1988 by the Athens Historical Society Date of dedication: May 27, 1988 Who Put it Here?: NE Georgia Chapter 531 Military Order of the Purple Heart and the Athens Historical Society Description of Memorial: A flagpole stands over a stone memorial and a bronze plaque atop this hill. Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed

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