Two black granite walls inscribed with details of battles waged extend out from the globe. More than 70 stainless steel buttons on the globe signify the major battles and events of World War II. The memorial honors the 987,000 men and women from the State of Illinois who served our country during World War II.
Sites and Attractions
BACKWorld War II Illinois Veterans Memorial
Location
1500 Monument Ave.
Springfield, IL See map: Google Maps
Two black granite walls inscribed with details of battles waged extend out from the globe. More than 70 stainless steel buttons on the globe signify the major battles and events of World War II. The memorial honors the 987,000 men and women from the State of Illinois who served our country during World War II.