
Memorial Square Monument Erected May 1935
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| World War 1 Memorial | Millis Veterans from 1775 to 1865 | Millis Veterans from 1898 to 1918 |
History of the World War One Memorial: the Stone was located in Medway in the Black Swamp just off the Cottage St extension in 1934. A group of Legionnaires from Post 208 under the direction of Arthur Smith using a team of oxen and a sled, removed the stone from the swamp. The stone was transported to its present location in Memorial Square opposite the Legion Post. The original stone was much larger then the present monument and was cut to accommodate both plaques and the eagle mounted atop the stone. The eagle was caste by Mr. Palasky, a Legion member and owner of the local package store. The monument was dedicated in May of 1935 in time for Memorial Day.
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