Be Part of History – Memorial Day Ceremony at Mt. Soledad | May 25 • 11AM | Free & Open to All | Click Here for Details
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For 13 years, Navy veteran Bob 'Bottom Gun' McCollum polished Mt. Soledad's honor walls almost daily. On his 90th birthday, we celebrated his legacy.
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial marks America's 250th Independence Day by honoring the diverse men and women whose valor carried the American Story forward. Learn how to become a permanent part of the story.
In 1967, the average age of a combat soldier in Vietnam was nineteen. This Memorial Day, Mt. Soledad honors Cpl. Bob Gallagher — and the young men who stood beside him
A reflection on why Memorial Day still matters, the personal cost of freedom, and the stories etched into Mt. Soledad’s walls—including the courage of Cpl. Patrick “Bob” Gallagher. A reminder to pause, remember, and honor their sacrifice.
Reflect on a year of impact at Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial, highlighting community support, education programs, and honoring veterans throughout 2025.
Honoring the service and sacrifice of veterans through stories and ceremonies at Mt. Soledad.
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