Planned to be opened in 2026

National Memorial of Military Ascent

The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) is planned to be a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of our military personnel. It serves as a reminder of the countless individuals who have dedicated their lives to serving our country, and it is a place where we can come together to honor their legacy.

The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) is planned to be a powerful tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of our military personnel. It serves as a reminder of the...
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Cummunity Support

Seed to Sewn, a Collinsville-based business deeply rooted in community support, is extending its commitment to honor and remembrance by contributing to the National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) in Grafton, IL. Recognizing the significance of this memorial, which pays tribute to U.S. veterans, particularly the Army Rangers of Pointe du Hoc, Seed to Sewn is proud to play a role in ensuring this important historical tribute comes to fruition. Their support helps to preserve the legacies of those who served, ensuring their stories are told for generations to come.

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Approximately 17% of Grafton's population are veterans. Highest per capita in the state of Illinois.

The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) is being built in the scenic town of Grafton, Illinois, nestled along the bluffs of the Mississippi River. This location offers a powerful backdrop for the memorial, providing a place of reflection and remembrance for U.S. veterans and visitors alike.

The National Memorial of Military Ascent (NMMA) is being built in the scenic town of Grafton, Illinois, nestled along the bluffs of the Mississippi River. This location offers a powerful...
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Honoring a Specific Act of Valor:

National Memorial of Military Ascent

Location Significance

Recognizing the significance of this memorial, which pays tribute to U.S. veterans, particularly the Army Rangers of Pointe du Hoc. The bluffs along the Mississippi river, while not the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc, provide a landscape that invokes a sense of the challenges those soldiers faced.

High Veteran Population Location

Grafton, IL, the location of the NMMA, has one of the highest per capita veteran populations in the state of Illinois, making it a particularly fitting place for a memorial dedicated to military service.

Life-Size Bronze Statues

The memorial will feature life-size bronze statues that depict the Rangers' ascent, creating a powerful and moving visual representation of their heroism.

Interactive Museum and Educational Focus

Beyond the statues, the NMMA will include an interactive museum and educational resources, aiming to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of military history and the sacrifices made by veterans.

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Approval by VFWs across Illinois

Illinois VFWs have officially endorsed and approved the NMMA. This widespread approval underscores the memorial's importance to the veteran community and highlights its role in preserving the legacy of military service within the state."

Illinois VFWs have officially endorsed and approved the NMMA. This widespread approval underscores the memorial's importance to the veteran community and highlights its role in preserving the legacy of military...

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