Veterans Memorial Bridge - Moorhead, MN
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N 46° 52.437 W 096° 46.491
14T E 669563 N 5193560
Main Avenue Bridge between Moorhead, MN and Fargo, ND has been dedicated as Veterans Memorial Bridge.
Waymark Code: WM11TWF
Location: Minnesota, United States
Date Posted: 12/19/2019
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The Veterans Memorial Bridge was formally dedicated on 17 June, 2009 as a memorial to honor all who have served in the military of the United States of America.
Cut stone signs, large enough to be read by people driving across the bridge, are located on the East and West sides of the bridge. On the south side of the bridge, above the river and the North Dakota bank of the river, are ten metallic obelisks that stand on red stone plinths. On the road facing side of each plinth is a large colorful seal or emblem. From East to West they are, Army, Navy, Marine Corp, Air Force, Coast Guard, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, AMVETS, Disabled American Veterans and Vietnam Veterans of America. The dedication ceremony included a fly-over by two P-51 Mustangs.
The bridge is the site of ceremonies to honor the men and women who served to protect the rights of American citizens. The bridge is also the site of many political rallies and protests where citizens are exercising those rights.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: Veterans
Marker Text:
Veterans Memorial Bridge
Date of dedication: 17 June, 2009
Who Put it Here?: United Patriotic Bodies
Description of Memorial:
The memorial stands tall in the middle of a wide walkway and gathering area. Stone benches were worked into the memorial for those who need a rest or want time at the memorial.
The sidewalk across the bridge also has maps of the Red River, several sections to show the river from it's headwaters to where it flows into Lake Winnipeg. On the south railing of the bridge will be found informational plaques about the river.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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