Remembering, Honoring, and Serving All Veterans
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NMMA 2024 Veterans Day Fundraiser
Come join us at Cafe Napoli for a special event honoring our veterans! We’re hosting a fundraiser to support our brave men and women who have served our country. Enjoy delicious food, live music, and great company while giving back to those who have sacrificed so much for us. Let’s come together to show our appreciation and make a difference. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support our veterans!
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Presentation to American Legion Department of IL Convention
The NMMA is honored for the opportunity to represent Whalen-Hill American Legion Post #648 and The National Memorial of Military Ascent at The American Legion Department of IL convention. Listen to Grafton Mayor and Retired Col. Mike Morrow as he discusses how this National Memorial will honor the battle of Point Du Hoc and the impact of that event on June 6, 1944.
Welcome to the National Memorial of Military Ascent
The National Memorial of Military Ascent is a vital 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to remembering Veterans’ service throughout history with a unique memorial in Grafton IL.
The Memorial will serve as a place of reflection and healing, with educational displays of shared Veteran experiences.
The Memorial will be a beacon for all Veterans and their families, active service members, tourists, and the people of Grafton IL. The City of Grafton has the largest number of Veterans in the state of Illinois at 17% per capita.