Two new sites give different perspectives on World War II

Posted 8/20/09

Last weekend, Park County residents and visitors had their first peek at two very different reminders of World War II events.

The Wyoming World War II memorial was unveiled at Veterans' Park in Cody. It will stand as a permanent reminder of the …

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Two new sites give different perspectives on World War II

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Last weekend, Park County residents and visitors had their first peek at two very different reminders of World War II events. The Wyoming World War II memorial was unveiled at Veterans' Park in Cody. It will stand as a permanent reminder of the brave American soldiers who, far from home, lost their lives fighting for their country.Between Cody and Powell, the interpretive learning center on the site of the former Heart Mountain Relocation Center is well on its way to completion. When finished, the center will educate people about the experience of Japanese- Americans sent to relocation camps throughout the West during World War II.The two places offer very different perspectives, to be sure, but both of them focus on the heartache and horror of a war that affected countless Americans at home and abroad. They both serve as poignant reminders of how the events of World War II shaped the generation that lived through it.As that generation slowly disappears, it's important to offer gratitude to the people who recognized the need to keep their memories alive for future generations. Their tireless work and dedication will ensure that the WWII generation is not forgotten.

Last weekend, Park County residents and visitors had their first peek at two very different reminders of World War II events.

The Wyoming World War II memorial was unveiled at Veterans' Park in Cody. It will stand as a permanent reminder of the brave American soldiers who, far from home, lost their lives fighting for their country.

Between Cody and Powell, the interpretive learning center on the site of the former Heart Mountain Relocation Center is well on its way to completion. When finished, the center will educate people about the experience of Japanese- Americans sent to relocation camps throughout the West during World War II.

The two places offer very different perspectives, to be sure, but both of them focus on the heartache and horror of a war that affected countless Americans at home and abroad. They both serve as poignant reminders of how the events of World War II shaped the generation that lived through it.

As that generation slowly disappears, it's important to offer gratitude to the people who recognized the need to keep their memories alive for future generations. Their tireless work and dedication will ensure that the WWII generation is not forgotten.

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