Our Memorial even has a plaque pedestal to explain it all.
Archaeologists of the future won't have to “guess” what this site is all about!
Once a Year, at 11:11 AM, the Sun shines perfectly on this Memorial.
At precisely 11:11 A.M., on the 11th Day of the 11th Month (Veterans Day), the Sun’s rays
pass through the ellipses of the five Armed Services pillars to form a perfect solar spotlight
over a mosaic of The Great Seal of the United States.
honoring the service and sacrifice of the United States armed forces. The pillar provides a
place of honor and reflection for veterans, their family and friends, and those who want to
show their respects to those service men and women who have and continue to courageously
The memorial was designed by Anthem resident Renee Palmer-Jones. The five marble pillars
represent the five branches of the United States military. They are staggered in size (from 17’ to 6’)
and ordered in accordance with the Department of Defense prescribed precedence: the
United States Army, the United States Marine Corps, the United States Navy, the United States Air Force,
and the United States Coast Guard.
Additionally, the brick pavers within the Circle of Honor are inscribed with the names of over
750 U.S. service men and women, symbolizing their support for our Armed Forces. The pavers
are red, the pillars are white, and the sky is blue to represent America’s flag. The circle represents
Anthem resident and chief engineer, Jim Martin, was responsible for aligning the memorial
41703 N. Gavilan Peak Parkway
Anthem, Arizona
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