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Merchant Marine, A Tribute MO624 |
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 Picture Courtesy of Jim Kuntz
 Picture Courtesy of Jim Kuntz
Merchant Marine
A Tribute
Many men from Lafayette County served their country as sailors in the Merchant Marine during World War I and World War II when the threat of attack by submarine or aircraft was ever real. These brave men carried on a tradition of civilian sailors serving their country in time of war and peace; a tradition which dates back to 1775.
This tribute is posted on the Lafayette County Veterans' Memorial in order to acknowledge their vital contributions to their country.
As the World War II mariners have been awarded veteran status since 1988, their courage and bravery under hazardous conditions is hereby honored by the veterans of Lafayette County.
American Legion Posts: Lexington #60, Wellington #134, Odessa #286, Concordia #258, Waverly #580, Higginsville #223; Veterans of Foreign Wars Posts: Lexington #4052, Corder #4288, Odessa #5675, Higginsville #6270, Concordia #5649. Dedicated 2006.
10th St. & Main St., courthouse lawn, Lexington, Lafayette County Missouri
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