Risking their lives to protect our freedom

PAST

“Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it.”  Unknown

PRESENT

“The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding go out to meet it.”  Thucydides

FUTURE

“The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation” George Washington

Canine Soldiers
WW2 Female Soldiers
Native American Code Talkers
WW2 Frogmen

Veterans Tribute at City Hall

Kenmore City Council has requested the City Manager work with veterans and other interested citizens to create a Veterans Tribute to recognize the sacrifice of those who have served, are serving and who will serve our country.

Planning has begun to provide an on-going, living tribute to Veterans at the Kenmore City Hall south plaza/courtyard, near the flag poles.

Progress

  • January: Citizen committee formed.
  • February: Location confirmation.
  • March: Design confirmation.