Wine Street WWII & Korean War Memorial Dedication

The Culpeper Community displayed their love and honor for those who served in World War II and the Korean War at the dedication of the new memorial on June 18th, 2011. The statue is approximately 8' tall and reflects the larger than life qualities of those who served. The sculpture was created by Jim Brothers. Mr. Brothers has created many public sculptures with military themes including the D-Day Memorial in Bedford, Virginia. 
Among the solemn quotes etched in the granite base is the following: “Almighty God - Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our republic, our religion, and our civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity . . . For these men are lately drawn from the ways of peace. They fight not for the lust of conquest, they fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate. They fight to let justice arise, and tolerance and good will among all Thy people. They but yearn for the end of battle, for their return to the haven of home . . . Some will never return. Embrace these, Father, and receive them, Thy heroic servants, into Thy kingdom.“ From President Roosevelt’s D-Day prayer to the nation, 6 June 1944. 
Click here for the full story at the Wine Street Memorial website.