World War II Illinois Veterans Memorial
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The Memorial was constructed to honor the 987,000 men and women from the State of Illinois who served our country during World War II.
Waymark Code: WM256J
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 09/06/2007
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The Memorial is a reminder to future generations of the sacrifices made to keep the United States and the world free and secure. The sacrifices made by the Greatest Generation must never be forgotten.
The Memorial design centerpiece is a globe 12 feet in diameter which represents the world in conflict during World War II. It is surrounded by a granite wall engraved with the names and dates of major battles of the Pacific and European theaters of war. A central plaza of personalized engraved bricks completes the design.
Property Permission: Public
Website for Waymark: [Web Link]
Location of waymark:
1441 Monument Ave.
Springfield, IL USA
62702
Commemoration: World War II veterans from Illinois
Date of Dedication: Not listed
Access instructions: Not listed
Access times: Not listed
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