Wisconsin Historical Markers: Veterans Memorial Park of Oconomowoc: Coast Guard / Creed of the U.S. Coast Guardsman

Oconomowoc, Waukesha County, Wisconsin

43.112672,-88.499764

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COAST GUARD
CREED OF THE U.S. COAST GUARDSMAN

I am proud to be a United States Coast Guardsman.

I reverse [sic --should be "revere"] that long line of expert seamen who by their devotion to duty and sacrifice of self have made it possible for me to be a member of a service honored and respected, in peace and in war, throughout the world.

I never, by word or deed, will bring reproach upon the fair name of my service, nor permit others to do so unchallenged.

I will cheerfully and willingly obey all lawful orders.

I will always be on time to relieve, and shall endeavor to do more, rather than less, than my share.

I will always be at my station, alert and attending to my duties.

I shall, so far as I am able, bring to my seniors solutions, not problems.

I shall live joyously, but always with due regard for the rights and privileges of others.

I shall endeavor to be a model citizen in the community in which I live.

I shall sell life dearly to an enemy of my country, but give it freely to rescue those in peril.

With God’s help, I shall endeavor to be one of His noblest Works...

The memorial is located at Veterans Memorial Park of Oconomowoc, and is accessible from southbound North Lake Road / Wisconsin Route 67, just north of its intersection with West Wisconsin Avenue / East Wisconsin Avenue / Wisconsin Route 16, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin 53066.

Veterans Memorial Park of Oconomowoc

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The memorial is at the base of the pillar.

Looking west . . .

Looking east . . .

The west side of the entrance / exit.

The memorial is located at Veterans Memorial Park.

The memorial is located in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.

Comments from Visitors

Thank you so much for visiting, documenting, photographing and sharing our historic markers! This is truly an honor and it is much appreciated.
Jim Schuh
Chippewa County Historical Society

I just discovered your site and have been using it in my fourth grade summer school class in Viroqua, WI. We learned about Wisconsin throughout the year and are spending some time during summer school reading and talking about the history of Viroqua. We plan to take a walking trip to the Pioneer Cemetery and Lucy Stone marker. Thank you for all of your information!
Kimberly (Brye) Cade

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Anonymous

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Lillian Ferrall

Thanks for writing about your experiences! This is such a unique and wonderful way to share the history of our wonderful Wisconsin!
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Veterans Memorial Park of Oconomowoc: Coast Guard / Creed of the U.S. Coast Guardsman

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