To those who have served in peace, we are thankful for their steady watch and perserverance. to those who have seen battle, we know there are no unwounded comrades.
For those who gave their lives that others may live theirs freely, we are eternally grateful.
[Several plaques are placed around the memorial:]
Word War II
1941 — 1945
291,557 Americans
gave their lives
Vietnam Conflict
1964 — 1975
46,520 Americans
gave their lives
Korean Conflict
1950 — 1955
33,629 Americans
gave their lives
World War I
1917 — 1921
53,402 Americans
gave their lives
Spanish American War
1898 — 1903
140,414 Americans
gave their lives
In honor of
Frederick Hess and Jack Hanna
for their dedicated service to
both country and fellow Veterans
Town of Newport
Pearl Harbor Ceremony Dec. 7, 2014
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