Garden Heights World War II Monument - Altoona, Pennsylvania
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A stone pyramid monument to the residents of Altoona that served during World War II. Located in the Garden Height section of Altoona, PA.
Waymark Code: WM15V9A
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 03/01/2022
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The stone monument was erected in 1943 to honor those serving in the armed services. Dedication stone reads: "Erected and dedicated A.D. 1943 by the Woodrow Wilson Civic Association" There is a list of the names etched in four granite tablets mounted to each side of the stone pyramid. The small triangular park was just renovated in October 2019.
Date of Dedication: 06/30/1943
Property Permission: Public
Access instructions: Curbside parking
Website for Waymark: [Web Link]
Location of waymark:
Intersection of Southey and Tennyson Avenues
Altoona, Pennsylvania United States
16602
Commemoration: The residents that have served
Access times: Not listed
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