Schaumburg library to honor WW II veterans

Sacrifices came in many forms during World War II. At home, it meant saying goodbye to loved ones, wondering when, or if, they would return. Food and other items, previously taken for granted, were in short supply. Women who had never worked suddenly found themselves responsible for supporting their families.

But for our soldiers, the war meant summoning up courage in the face of unprecedented dangers, freezing in foxholes, watching friends get blown apart, all while protecting the country they loved.

To honor the brave men and women who served during World War II, the Schaumburg Township District Library will present “Pillars of Honor” from 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 14, in the Rasmussen Room (second floor) of the library, 130 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg.

The main event will be the unveiling of the original scale model of the World War II Memorial in Washington, DC. Preceding the unveiling will be a brief speech by Keynote Speaker George Haupt, president of the Tomb Guard Society, who served as a sentinel, as well as on the Honor Guard and Drill Team, while in the Army. Participants will observe the presentation of colors and are encouraged to join in the Pledge of Allegiance and national anthem.

The World War II memorial was created to honor all those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces and Merchant Marine during World War II, as well as those on the home front. The American Battle Monuments Commission established this first-of-its-kind memorial to be built in Washington, D.C.’s National Mall, and unveiled it in the spring of 2004. It is located at the east end of the Reflecting Pool between the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument.

According to the American Battle Monuments Commission, “the memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice and commitment of the American people, to the common defense of the nation, and to the broader causes of peace and freedom from tyranny throughout the world.”

If you would like to see the scale model of the World War II Memorial and honor those who’s courage and sacrifices secured our nation’s freedom, you are welcome to attend this very special event. If you have questions, please call (847) 923-3391.