Veterans Monument in Peachtree Corners Nearing Reality

PEACHTREE CORNERS, GA — A monument to the nation's veterans is getting nearer to becoming a reality in Peachtree Corners.

The Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Association, the group tasked last year by Mayor Mike Mason with making the monument happen, has a design in place and is seeking donations from individuals and groups to help bring the vision to life.

Planned for a spot on the Town Green in the city's new Town Center, the monument will be a 2,500 square-foot plaza featuring seven statues.

A central pillar, topped with an eagle atop a globe, will represent the presence of the U.S. armed forces across the world. Meanwhile, six sculptures will represent each of the branches of the nation's military and the military reserves.

"The Monument has been designed to be a serene and dignified place where individuals may come and reflect – and where veterans, schools and civic organizations may hold ceremonies and educational opportunities," the group said in a news release.

The design also features two interactive terminals and a brick base to accommodate engraved bricks.

Benches will be built into the outer wall and the granite wall tops will be engraved with information about the nation's wars and other significant military operations.

Three flagpoles, flying the U.S., Georgia and city flags, will serves as a backdrop for the monument.

The monument also will have its own smartphone app, which will provide interactive information describing the monument, with links to information about the veterans of Peachtree Corners and a brick locator for donated bricks.

The Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Association, a federally recognized non-profit organization, encourages all veterans or family members of veterans living in Peachtree Corners to add their names to the roster of veterans that will be included on the monument.

The public also is invited to visit the Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument website and learn about volunteer opportunities, brick purchases, and other opportunities to help.

Photos courtesy Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Association