The Terrence C. Graves Memorial honors the memory of USMC 2LT Graves, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor "for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his own life above and beyond the call of duty as a Platoon Commander with Third Force Reconnaissance Company, Third Reconnaissance Battalion, Third Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam on 16 February 1968. Lieutenant Graves' outstanding courage, superb leadership and indomitable fighting spirit throughout the day were in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country." (excerpted from the Medal of Honor Citation)
Installation Date:
07 Jul 2001
Organization Responsible for Installation:
The Terrence Graves Memorial Committee
Memorial War Era(s):
- Vietnam
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
Main Street, Groton, NY