Inscription
The Men And Women
Of The
American Merchant Marine
This ancient anchor is a tribute to Merchant Mariners the world over. Donated by Betty Wattam in memory of Joseph Wattam. Dedicated to Victor and Jean Schaerer by
Roadrunner Chapter
Abbequerque, New Mexico
Dedicated May 22, 1995
This 5 ton anchor taken from the Drake Victory is a memorial to Merchant Marine Veterans of WW II wherever they are. Their casualty rate of 1 to 32 was one of the highest of all services.
American Merchant Marine Veterans
Roadrunner Chapter
Abbequerque, New Mexico
In memory of Veterans of all wars who offered their lives for the liberty that Americans believe in.
American Merchant Marine Veterans
Roadrunner Chapter
Abbequerque, New Mexico
Details
| HM Number | HM1XVJ |
|---|---|
| Tags | |
| Year Placed | 1993 |
| Placed By | American Merchant Marine Veterans Roadrunner Chapter |
| Marker Condition | No reports yet |
| Date Added | Saturday, April 15th, 2017 at 5:01pm PDT -07:00 |
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Photo Credits: [1] SCOTT SCHAERER (SON OF SKIPPER VIC SCHAERER)
Locationbig map
| UTM (WGS84 Datum) | 13S E 452097 N 3705744 |
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| Decimal Degrees | 33.49013333, -105.51565000 |
| Degrees and Decimal Minutes | N 33° 29.408', W 105° 30.939' |
| Degrees, Minutes and Seconds | 33° 29' 24.48" N, 105° 30' 56.34" W |
| Driving Directions | Google Maps |
| Area Code(s) | 505 |
| Which side of the road? | Marker is on the right when traveling North |
| Closest Postal Address | At or near County Rd 220, Fort Stanton NM 88323, US |
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