Southwest Honor Roll
Granite monolith with bronze plaque containing the names of those from the Southwest, Pennsylvania area who served in the American Revolution, Civil War Spanish American War, World War I and World War II. Later side granite pieces were added for the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Notable on the monument are the names of 8 women who served in the WACs or WAVEs as nurses.
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Date of Installation:
May 29, 1947
Organization Responsible for Installation:
Citizens of Southwest/Hecla Pennsylvania
Memorial War Era(s):
WWII
WWI
Other
Location:
Located next to The Community Church of Hecla 537 Hecla Road Southwest, PA 15685 The formal name for this community is “ Southwest “, but local residents call it “ Hecla “. after the former Hecla Coal Company.
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Published on July 27, 2019