Allen J. Lynch plaque installed at Gurnee Veterans Memorial

Posted June 01, 2026 3:20 pm

Submitted by the village of Gurnee

A ceremony was recently held to unveil the permanent home of the Allen J. Lynch plaque at the Veterans Memorial outside the Gurnee Police Department. Courtesy of the village of Gurnee

The village of Gurnee recently unveiled the permanent home of the Allen J. Lynch plaque at its new location at Veterans Memorial, outside the Gurnee Police Department. The plaque stands as a lasting tribute to his service and Medal of Honor story, ensuring it will be shared with generations to come.

Vietnam War veteran and Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch speaks at the unveiling of the permanent home of the Allen J. Lynch plaque, as Gurnee Mayor Thomas Hood looks on. Courtesy of the village of Gurnee

The village extends its thanks to everyone who joined us for this special occasion, including the many elected officials, the Veterans Assistance Commission of Lake County, and Gurnee American Legion Post 771. Moving and inspiring words were given by speakers Mayor Tom Hood, Post Commander Jim Walsh and Medal of Honor recipient Allen Lynch.

The plaque recognizing Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch. Courtesy of the village of Gurnee

To learn more about Allen Lynch’s Medal of Honor story, visit youtube.com/watch?v=voX_QHKkdGU.

Information on the Allen J. Lynch Foundation can be found at ajlynchfoundation.org.

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