In front of three concrete steles.

An open book sculpture set on top of a pedestal, both are made up of marble. Inscribed on each page are chosen quote from Dwight Eisenhower and a statement composed by the community of the Baumholder Military Community. There are benches on either side of the sculpture.

Left hand page:

History does not

long entrust

the care of freedom

to the weak

or timid.

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Right hand page:

Every generation

has its heroes

ours is no different

In remembrance of

the Soldiers from the

Baumholder Military

Community who gave

their lives so that

others may live

in a peaceful, secure

and free world.

Pedestal:

(-1^st Armored Division insignia-)

OPERATION

IRAQI FREEDOM

2003-2004