Purple Heart Memorial
Top
Dedicated to all men and women wounded in all our wars
Middle right
My stone is red for the blood they shed. the medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime.
Base
We few, we happy few. We band of brothers. For he to-day that sheds his blood with me shall always be my brother.
Plaque on back
This Purple Heart Monument was made possible by the efforts of: Commander George Enezyme Smith, Jr • Sr-Vice Commander Douglas R. Teener • Military Order of the Purple Heart, Chapter 780 • American Legion Auxiliary Unit 45 • Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 830 • BPOE Ladies Auxiliary Lodge 1037 • Glenn and Dixie Rahorst • Central National Bank • Kolling Pharmacy
This monument was dedicated 7 August 2010
Marker is on Washington Street (U.S. 40) south of 6th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Courtesy hmdb.org
