City of Peoria Veterans Memorial - Peoria AZ
N 33° 34.619 W 112° 14.389
12S E 384937 N 3715942
This monument is situated on a beautifully landscaped traffic island at the Peoria Municipal Complax, giving it maximum visibility as you enter or exit the property.
Waymark Code: WMH6TC
Location: Arizona, United States
Date Posted: 06/01/2013
Views: 13
In 1994, VFW Post 2135 established this space as a fitting tribute to all citizens of Peoria who have served in the Armed Forces. The monument includes an inscribed granite stone and three flagpoles.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: In honor of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces of the United States of America
Marker Text:
POST 2135
IN HONOR OF THE MEN AND
WOMEN WHO SERVED IN THE
ARMED FORCES OF THE
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
MAY 1, 1994
Date of dedication: mAY 1, 1994
Who Put it Here?: VFW Post 2135
Description of Memorial:
You will find this memorial in a beautifully-landscaped traffic island, fittingly in the shadow of the American flag, the Arizona flag, and the POW-MIA flag. It's location ensures that it will be seen by all who enter or exit the property by car. On this spot you will find a granite monument, sitting in the shade of the trees, and surrounded by lush vegetation. There are no benches here, but you will be comfortable with the shade that is provided.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visited Logs must contain, at least, a picture of the monument and your GPSr. Preferably YOU at the monument with your GPSr, but we understand that some people are camera-shy.
It is suggested you please include something about your visit here, as well.