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The monument consist of 25 walls in a circular pattern set on a 100’ diameter base. The walls contain 4176 4x8” granite tablets each incised with the name of a man or woman who has served in the United States Armed Forces from 1776 to date. Our military history is revealed through a 36’ Timeline and a series of plaques each giving a brief description of the major military events in this period. Over 120 running feet of beautiful cast bronze is used in this historical/educational presentation. Two walls containing the Preamble to our Constitution, seals of each Armed Forces branch and historical quotes along with 18 historical flags add to the educational display. Set on a 1.67 acre park like site the monument provides a place for both quite contemplation and celebration. |