The memorial is in memory of all Jewish veterans from Illinois who served the United States from 1775 to 1918. There is an additional plaque honoring the Jewish veterans who served in Korea, Vietnam, World War II, and the Persian Gulf. This plaque was added in June of 1991.
Installation Date:
08 Sep 1940
Organization Responsible for Installation:
American Legion post 469, Dept of Lady Aux JWV
Memorial War Era(s):
- Vietnam
- Persian Gulf
- WWII
- Korea
- WWI
Memorial Condition:
Good
Location:
Oak Ridge Jewish Cemetery 4301 Roosevelt Hillside, Illinois 60163