Veterans Memorial - Webster, MA
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A statue of a World War II soldier placed in the center of the Court of Honor is dedicated to all veterans who have honorably served our country.
Waymark Code: WMFTX6
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 12/01/2012
Views: 2
The Town of Webster has erected a Court of Honor outside the Town Hall. In the center of the court is a statue of s World War II soldier.
A 6' high bronze figure of a soldier is standing on a 4' high granite base. He is dressed in combat uniform with helmet and boots. He is carrying a canteen on his belt on his right side. Pouches line his belt and a rifle is slung over his left shoulder. The solldier has his right arm down with his fingers spread apart as he is looking slightly up and to the right.
On the base has a bronze plaque with the inscription:
W. W. II ARMY SOLDIER
&
COURT OF HONOR
DEDICATED TO ALL MEN AND WOMEN
WHO SERVED OUR COUNTRY
HONORABLY.
Around three sides of the plaque are medallions with the insignias of five branches of the armed forces:
MARINES - NAVY
AIR FORCE - ARMY - COAST GUARD
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: All men and women who served our country honorably
Marker Text:
see long description
Who Put it Here?: Town of Webster
Description of Memorial:
World War II Army soldier represents all men and women who served in the armed forces. The statue is the focal point of the Court of Honor which has various monuments in a circle around the court.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
Date of dedication: Not listed
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