Memory Plaza - Morrison, CO
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Outspoken1
N 39° 39.256 W 105° 11.562
13S E 483468 N 4389403
Memory Plaza in Morrison holds the towns veterans memorial
Waymark Code: WMBJ8G
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 05/25/2011
Views: 8
This small memorial plaza is on the bank of Bear Creek on the main road in Morrison, Colorado, USA. It features the emblems of the major military branches, USA and POW flags, Liberty and Freedom trees and a sculpture of an upturned rifle with helmet atop. The sculpture was added on Veterans Day in 2003.
Type of Memorial: Non-Specific Memorial
In Honor Of: Dedicated to all who served to protect our freedom
Marker Text:
Memory Plaza 1976
VETERANS MEMORIAL
Dedicated to all who served
to protect our freedom
Duty, Honor, Country
Veterans Day
November 11, 2003
VFW Post 3471
Date of dedication: 1976 and November 11, 2003
Who Put it Here?: City of Morrison and VFW Post 3471
Description of Memorial:
The memorial has a small sitting area adjacent to Bear Creek and the bike path. It includes USA and POW flags, a wall with the emblems of the major US Military branches and a newer sculpture dedicated to veterans. Parking is difficult to find; you may have to park further in town and walk to the memorial.
Wars mentioned (Multi-war only): Not listed
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