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Memorial Symbolism - The Entrance
The two gardens flanking the entrance signify peace. The escalating pylons portray the buildup of aggression that leads to war while the walkway depicts a soldier's march to battle. The open plaza signifies the world at large and offers a way to express individual gratitude, memories, and appreciation with the engraved memorial bricks.
Memorial Symbolism - The Eagle
A central pedestal marked with the branches of service is topped by a 200-pound bronze eagle, sculpted by Gwinnett firefighter, Vic McCallum. This signifies friends arriving to a place of safety. A rose in the eagle's talon expresses remembrance, while its thorns represent the heartache of losing a loved one.
Memorial Symbolism - The Markers
Memories are reflected in 13 black granite markers, arranged in a semi-circle to symbolize a life cut short, that hold the names of the fallen heroes in random order without rank. They face the courthouse where truth and justice prevail.