Key points for each submission include: Location of the memorial, mapped if possible: Maple Park Cemetery, Aurora, Missouri. Purpose of the memorial, such as who it honors and why: This memorial was originally intended for all local military veterans, from the Revolutionary War through Conflicts of today. Public support was so great that special Vietnam War and Public Safety Exhibits were added. Date of the memorial’s installation and who originally installed it: The Memorial was first conceptualized in 2006 by Ken Ackley. He then designed it and got the fundraising ball rolling with $30,000.00 of his own money. Today, at 83 years young, he continues to maintain and manage the Memorial. A brief assessment of its condition today: Excellent condition, being cared for by Ken Ackley on an almost daily basis. A photo or photos: Attached.
Organization Responsible for Installation:
Kenneth W Ackley
Memorial War Era(s):
- Vietnam
- Persian Gulf
- Panama
- WWII
- Other
- Lebanon/Grenada
- Korea
- WWI
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
Maple Park Cemetery, Aurora, Missouri 65605