This memorial is dedicated in honor of all those from the state of Alabama who made the supreme sacrifice by laying down their life for their country in Vietnam, 1959-1975. The design of the memorial, dedicated in 1993, is intended to be similar to the design of the National Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C. Made of black marble, it is meant to symbolize the tear the conflict had on our country, with the names of all Alabamians who were lost from 1959 to 1975 listed in order of their loss from left to right.
Organization Responsible for Installation:
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 511 - Athens, Alabama
Memorial War Era(s):
- Vietnam
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
The monument is located in the small veterans park at the State of Alabama Rest Area at Exit 365 on the southbound side of Interstate 65, 2 miles south of the Alabama-Tennessee state line. It is two miles from Ardmore. It is located on the north side of the rest area facility.