Honoring Our Veterans
"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them."
- John F. Kennedy
"My heroes are those who risk their lives every day to protect our world and make it a better place--police, firefighters, and members of our armed forces."
- Sidney Sheldon (Academy Award-winning American writer)
" America 's veterans have served their country with the belief that democracy and freedom are ideals to be upheld around the world."
- John Doolittle (a Representative from California )
"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave."
- Elmer Davis (well-known news reporter)
"Heroes take journeys, confront dragons, and discover the treasure of their true selves."
- Carol Lynn Pearson (an American poet, author, screenwriter, and playwright)
"The willingness of America 's veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude."
- Jeff Miller (American politician)
Vietnam Veterans Memorial of Greater Rochester, Highland Park South, Rochester, NY
This Memorial was placed to commemorate the 280 men who gave their lives for freedom, and to educate future generations about their experiences, sacrifices, and to aid in healing for all those left behind. A steel bollard is dedicated to each man.
