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World
War I Memorial
As it should be,
this monument honors World
War I soldiers from both Miller County, Arkansas and Bowie
County, Texas. It was erected by a group of local women who called
themselves “The Texarkana Memorial Unit.” It is interesting to note
that although WWI
was over in 1918, it took years before many WWI
monuments were erected. |
Historical Marker:
World War I
Memorial
In memory of the
men from Bowie County,
Texas and Miller County, Arkansas, who made the supreme sacrifice
in the service of their country in the World
War 1917-1918. They and their comrades fought not for selfish
gain nor for one foot of added territory, but for the highest ideal
ever upheld by man--the peace of the world. This monument is a symbol
of the praise and gratitude which they so justly merit which will
forever be accorded them by their countryment.
Erected by the Texarkana Memorial Unit, an organization of women banded
together to honor their loyalty, their service and the devotion.
November 1936. |
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