Plaque
World War I Plaque
This plaque honors thirty five WWI veterans who were killed in action or died while fighting that war. It is also the sight of an annual Veterans Day ceremony.
Read MoreThe World War II Plaque
This plaque honors the 103 departed local heroes of WWII. It was erected by the City of Danbury and is a focal point of the War Memorial lobby exhibits.
Read MoreThe War Memorial Time Capsule
The Time Capsule was buried in the year 2001 during the fiftieth anniversary celebration of the War Memorial. The Time Capsule will be unearthed at the 100th anniversary celebration in the year 2051. When it is opened, the contents of the Time Capsule should bring some of the history of the War Memorial to life.
Read MoreGeorge A. McLachlan Photograph & Plaque
As first president of the War Memorial from 1946 to 1952, McLachlan spearheaded the efforts and guided the plans that erected the building as a pillar of honor to the dead and service to the living. The overwhelming success of the War Memorial is a fitting tribute to McLachlan, his dynamic leadership and untiring efforts…
Read MoreProgressive Lodge I.O.O.F. Roll of Honor
This plaque was erected to salute eighteen members of the Progressive Lodge who lost their lives in the Civil, Spanish-American or World Wars.
Read MoreFirst Lieutenant Lee R. Hartell Photograph
The first and only Danburian to receive the Congressional Medal of Honor in the post-Civil War era. (See description of Lee Hartell Monument)
Read MoreVietnam War Plaque
This plaque honors the 59 area servicemen who lost their lives fighting the Vietnam War.
Read MoreDaniel A. Garamella Photograph
A staunch supporter of the War Memorial since its early days, Garamella (1920-1985) was the personification of teamwork. Nicknamed “Coach” during his 22 years of service as Henry Abbott Technical School teacher, coach, athletic director and administrator, Garamella was asked to bring his leadership skills to the city’s Department of Public Works in 1980. In…
Read MoreKorean War Plaque
This plaque commemorates the service and sacrifice of Danburians killed or missing in action during the Korean War.
Read MoreGeorge E. Ghecas Photograph
As a PGA gold professional, Ghecas (1921-1992) brought his innovative golf instruction techniques to winter and spring golf classes at the War Memorial for 30 years. He founded the WAMEGO (War Memorial Golf Association) whose members referred to him as “Danbury’s Slammin’ Sammy Snead”. His greatest joy in teaching golf was introducing beginners to the…
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