LST reader “Recon” once again lives up to her name, and passes on her photo from the Weld County (Colorado) Veterans Memorial:

The plaque beneath the statue is inscribed with this message:

In grateful memory of Private Joe P. Martinez, A.S. No. 37332507, who died in the service of his country
in the North American Area, May 26, 1943

He stands in the unbroken line of patriots who have dared to die that freedom might live, and grow, and increase its blessings. Freedom lives, and through it, he lives — in a way that humbles the undertakings of most men.

FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
President of the United States of America

Well done, Recon.

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CORRECTION: Recon is not a guy. Recon is a lady. The post has been updated.