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The Memorial

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.

Photographs of the Memorial

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NEW! Photographs of the Memorial Cenotaph

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Photos courtesy of Ralph Laughery

Additional Photographs of the Memorial

Photographs of the Memorial dedication on December 4, 2004
courtesy of Greg Knott of St. Joseph, IL

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The World War II Illinois Veterans Memorial Association was incorporated as a Not-For-Profit Corporation on February 22, 2000, followed by registrations with the County Recorder of Deeds, Illinois Attorney General, IRS Employer ID number and the 501(C) (3) tax exemption. We have completed the necessary legal requirements to solicit and accept donations. An Illinois Not-for-Profit Corporation - Official Tax ID: 37-139624. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

World War II
Illinois Veterans Memorial

1441 Monument Ave.
Springfield, Illinois