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Indiana Bicentennial Celebration 2016
Burlington Veterans Memorial
The Veterans Memorial includes laser etched black granite stones to memorialize those who have served their nation in the military – past, present and future. It highlights each of the major military branches with illustrations of uniformed members of the service. Two smaller stones contain the symbols of three branches – Army, Navy and Marines on one and Air Force, Coast Guard and National Guard on the other. The larger stones contain a message to all veterans thanking them for their service. Three lighted flagpoles hold the U.S., Indiana and POW flags. Stone benches are placed on a concrete walkway which surrounds the memorial. The memorial site is visible from State Road 22 near the entrance to Burlington Park.
Q&A with Legacy Project Details Bonnie Maxwell
What do you consider the key accomplishment of your Legacy Project?
- Installation of an elegant memorial to all veterans. Includes lighted flagpoles, etched granite stones, and benches at a heavily used park in Burlington and visible from a nearby highway.
Describe a highlight or most memorable related to your Legacy Project.
- Being able to band together to raise enough money in a small community and being able to work together cooperatively with other local entities.
How/where are you preserving information and artifacts related to your Legacy Project?
- Burlington American Legion Post 414. Members wish to be recognized as a group, not individually.
Estimated dollar amount raised.
- $18,500
Photos of Burlington Veterans Memorial
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Project Details
- Organization: Burlington Indiana American Legion, Post 414
- County: Carroll
- Contact: Edward Schimmel, 765-556-3133
- Type: Non-Profit
- Project Number: IBC-HC-195
