Roundel
The roundel, more commonly referred to as the insignia, dates from
the early days of the Air Force and is used today on aircraft and
missiles alike. It is immediately recognized by friend and foe as
identifying the finest fighting forces in the world. In the memorial
it represents the unifying foundation of the total force.
Memorial Tablets
Three monoliths will show the icons and symbols of the Air Force with text
representative of the Air Force and its history in New Hampshire.
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| Our Memorial will be a permanent part of
the NH State Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen which is visited by thousands of people each year. The cemetery
is a serene and dignified resting place
for those who have served their country and our beloved state. One of
the most beautiful Veterans Cemeteries in the country, the site is the
final resting place of hundreds of veterans and is visited by thousands
of mourners, veterans groups and tourists each year. It is characteristically
New Hampshire, and indicative of the high regard our citizens have for
those who have served and those who serve. |
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Design Considerations
The watercolor concept above, by well known Portsmouth artist Denise Brown, shows
the timeless elements incorporated by the Memorial Committee that clearly say “US
AIR FORCE “. These include a timeless design that clearly says this is
an AF Memorial. All AF components and antecedents and all personnel – officers,
enlisted, and civilian –are honored. This unique Memorial will be a source
of pride to service members and private citizens alike. The memorial will be built
in two phases, with the main elements completed first and the
spires added as funding permits soon after. |
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Three Spires
Three spires differing slightly in height soar over the memorial. The
three spires are symbolic of many aspects of the Air Force because
the number three occurs often in the Air Force. Visually they are
reminiscent of a demonstration “bomb burst” or
a missing man formation. In other areas the number three is found
in such diverse context as the three core values, three squadrons
in a wing, and three flights in a squadron.
Testimonial Markers
(Not Shown)
Testimonial markers will be placed near the memorial to provide permanent
recognition of major Enabling Donors to the project. We expect that
over time these markers will be viewed by thousands of visitors to
the memorial who will long appreciate the Air Force, Veteran and Industry
partnership that made this monument possible. |
