The West Pullman WWI War Memorial stands tall and proud, a testament to the sacrifices made by those who answered the call to duty. Standing in front of it, you feel the weight of history. The memorial, a granite base with bronze plaques, was unveiled on Labor Day in 1919 to honor the 7000 soldiers and sailors from the community who died in the Great War. It was a somber moment, a time to remember and reflect. The dedication ceremony featured a parade of ex-servicemen in uniform. Samuel Fallows, a well-known Civil War veteran, gave a moving speech about temperance, prison reform, and public education. The memorial was a symbol of community pride and a reminder of the terrible cost of war. However, the original bronze plaques were melted down during World War II for the war effort. The missing plaques were later replaced with granite panels to memorialize servicemen who died in other major conflicts. Sadly, the bronze eagle that topped the memorial was never recovered. Today, the West Pullman WWI War Memorial stands as a reminder of the enduring legacy of those who served and those who sacrificed.
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