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People Seeking Recognition Of Veterans Memorial

Last updated on Wednesday, April 22, 2009

(WESTFIELD) - Efforts are underway to get statewide recognition for a Fallen Hoosier Soldier Memorial.

As of today, 133 handmade white crosses in Westfield, Indiana list the names of every Hoosier lost in the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

A retired Army sergeant started the memorial in his front yard in 2002.

A dedication ceremony is planned June 14th.

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