The Doughboy Foundation’s mission is to keep the story of "the War that Changed the World" in the minds of all Americans, so that the 4.7 million who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during WWI will never again be relegated to the mists of obscurity.
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The Doughboy Foundation’s mission is to keep the story of "the War that Changed the World" in the minds of all Americans, so that the 4.7 million who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during WWI will never again be relegated to the mists of obscurity.
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Monuments, Memorials & Historic Sites
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“In Sacred memory of the Men of Richmond County Who Made the Supreme Sacrifice - World War 1”
“Erected By Woodlawn Camp No. 55 Woodman of the World”
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This World War I Memorial in the Greene Street median in downtown Augusta pays honors to veterans of The Great War with the following inscription:
"The men of Richmond County, of every creed and color, who served at their country's call that aggression and lawless force should not dominate the world."
The reverse side of the monument says: What stands if freedom fall? - Kipling 1914
The tall, slender obelisk topped by a figure of an eagle was erected in 1940 by the Richmond County Association.
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The "Ivy Division" is a unit with a proud history dating to World War I. In December 1941, the 4th was the first unit assigned to Camp (now Fort) Gordon after its move to Augusta from DeKalb County. The monument lists the many battles in which the soldiers of the 4th distinguished themselves, including:
- World War I
- Aisne - Marne
- St. Mihiel
- Meuse -Argonne
- Defensive Sector
- Army of Occupation
- World War II
- Normandy
- Northern France
- Rhineland
- Ardennes
- Central Europe
- Vietnam
The 4th was the first unit of US. Troops to land on Utah Beach Normandy France 6 June 1944
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Inscribed black granite marker with WW1 section that contains the names of those from this community that served.
Inscription: “Veterans Wall of Honor - The Citizens of Alma and Bacon County dedicate this monument to the courageous men and women who served in the United States Military. In tribute to those who perished. In honor of those who served. We will not forget.”
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Granite monument with inscribed names for WW2, Korea, and Vietnam.
There are no names in the WW1 space. This monument is mounted on a inscribed brick plaza.
Inscription: In Honor of Those Who Served - Let Us Not Forget
In Gratitude to those Now Serving
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A row of granite markers with each inscribed with local deaths for the Korean War, World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War. Seven names are listed on the WWI stone.
A center stone is inscribed: “Oh Lord, support us all the day long until the shadows lengthen and the evening comes and the fever of life is over and our work is done. Then in thy mercy grant us a safe lodging and a holy rest and peace at the last”.
A brass plaque mounted on the back retaining wall is inscribed:
“Flame of Freedom” Dedicated to the veterans of all wars from Milledgeville and Baldwin County on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the American Legion. March 15, 1969, Warren & Hawkins Post 523. The American Legion. W.T. Collier, Cmdr., LW. Oden, AJD, Walter B. William, Jr., Mayor.
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Memorial Park adjacent to old Banks County Courthouse. Plaque inscribed with names from WW1, WW2, and Korea. With Eternal Flame.
Georgia World War I Centennial Commission Donors
Georgia Power
John H. and Wilhelmina D. Harland Foundation, Inc.
Numerous generous individuals
Georgia World War I Centennial Commission
Contact: [email protected]
Commission Members
- Mr. Scott Delius, Atlanta
- Mr. Rick Elder, Sylvania
- Mr. Samuel Friedman, Atlanta
- Mr. Thomas Lacy, Peachtree City (vice-chair)
- Dr. John Morrow, Athens
- Dr. Billy Wells, Dahlonega (Chair)
Executive Director:
Dr. Thomas H. Jackson, Jr., University System of Georgia
Federal Commissioner for Georgia
Dr. Monique Seefried, Atlanta
Commission Associates
- Dr. Lamar Veatch, University of North Georgia
- Mr. Keith Antonia, University of North Georgia
Next Meeting:
Date to be determined
Future Meetings:
None schedule at this time.
"Pershing" Donors
$5 Million +
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