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101st Airborne Division Memorial, Veghel, Holland
The Memorial is in the form of a kangeroo with a baby in her pouch ( a symbol of the Allied Forces leaping over Dutch rivers) on a huge stone block which weighs 1, 200 kgs. It was designed by Neil Steenbergen. It was unveiled by HRH Princess Irene of the Netherlands on 17 September 1959. There is also a plaque on the ground commemorating Veghels liberation on 17 September 1944 by the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment with other units following an intense battle from 22 to 24 September. Under a stone is an urn containing soil from the 50 States of the U.S.A. Beside the Memorial are two benches donated by the Friends of the Airborne. On each 17th September, or the nearest Sunday, wreaths are laid and flags are flown. Date: 2001
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1. Title: "Honoring the Heroes of the 101st Airborne Division: The Unforgettable Kangaroo Memorial in Veghel, Holland" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the 101st Airborne Division Memorial in Veghel, Holland, a poignant tribute to the brave soldiers who played a pivotal role in the liberation of the Netherlands during World War II. The memorial takes the form of a majestic kangaroo, symbolizing the Allied Forces' daring leaps over Dutch rivers. The kangaroo cradles a baby in her pouch, a powerful reminder of the hope and new beginnings that emerged from the devastation of war. 3. The imposing kangaroo statue, designed by Neil Steenbergen, rests atop a massive stone block that weighs an impressive 1,200 kgs. The memorial was unveiled by Her Royal Highness Princess Irene of the Netherlands on September 17, 1959. 4. Beneath the memorial, a commemorative plaque marks the anniversary of Veghel's liberation on September 17, 1944, by the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment and other units. The intense battle, which lasted from September 22 to 24, 1944, is remembered with deep respect and gratitude. 5. A significant detail of the memorial is the urn, tucked away beneath the stone, filled with soil from all 50 States of the United States. This symbolic gesture underscores the international unity and camaraderie that was forged during the war. 6. Two benches, donated by the Friends of the Airborne, are situated beside the memorial, providing a tranquil space for visitors to reflect and pay their respects. 7. Every 17th of September, or the nearest Sunday, wreaths are laid, and flags are flown to honor the memory of the 101st Airborne Division soldiers and their role in the liberation of Veghel and the Netherlands. 8. This powerful image encapsulates the enduring bond between the Dutch people and the 101st Airborne Division, a testament to the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that defined a pivotal moment in history.
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