Inside the church, next to the 1914-1918 memorial.

Plaque

A rectangular white tablet honoring the American servicemen who died during the Great Wars written in English and French.

The plaque serves as a solemn and heartfelt tribute to American soldiers who died in both World Wars. It underscores the deep respect and acknowledgment of their sacrifice, framing it within the broader context of their commitment to fundamental values like God, country, and freedom. The soldiers highlight the immense scale of their loss, while the specific number of 67,581 buried in France emphasizes the lasting connection between these men and the land where they fell. It captures the profound impact of their sacrifice and serves as a moving reminder of the cost of freedom.

Source of photo: www.memorialgenweb.org

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

IN REVERENT MEMORY

OF THE MORE THAN

ONE HALF MILLION

AMERICAN FIGHTING MEN

WHO GAVE THEIR LIVES

FOR GOD. COUNTRY. AND FREEDOM

DURING THE TWO WORLD WARS

1914-1918 AND 1939-1945

AND OF WHOM 67.581 REMAIN

IN THE SOIL OF FRANCE

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A LA MÉMOIRE

DE PLUS

D'UN DEMI MILLION

DE COMBATTANTS AMÉRICAINS

QUI DONNÈRENT LEUR VIE

POUR DIEU. LA PATRIE ET LA LIBERTE

AU COURS DES DEUX GUERRES MONDIALES

1914-1918 ET 1939-1945

ET DONT G7.581 REPOSENT

EN TERRE FRANÇAISE