Moline, Illinois, Has a Magnificent World War I Memorial

Moline, Illinois, World War I memorial is located at 630 18th Street, adjacent to the Township offices.  Around the flagpole is a sculpture by C.S. Paolo consisting of a circular grouping of bronze figures.  The figures include a soldier, an angel of glory, an angel of mourning, a boy, and father time. Another angel stands behind holding a semicircular garland. It was dedicated in 1929.

On Veterans Day 2021, Landmarks Illinois published its new comprehensive database containing more than 300 WWI monuments and memorials throughout the state. Explore the database HERE.

Thanks to Steve Miller for bringing this new resource to our attention.