Vielsalm Lake Memorial
Memorial consisting of several dedicated plaques:
Plaque 75th Infantry Division:
In mid-January 1945, the 75th U.S. Infantry Division liberated the region east of the Salm. The villages of Vielsalm, Grand-Halleux and Salmchâteau were liberated on January 15 - 16, 1945.
Fighting in extreme winter conditions against an enemy on the defensive and at bay, this division suffered enormous losses and many of these young soldiers gave their lives for the liberation of the Salm valley and its population.
Let us never forget and honor all the men of the 75th Infantry Division who fought in the Salm Valley in 1945.
Plaque "In Tribute to our Defenders"
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Plaque "In Tribute to our Defenders"
Battle of the Bulge Rencheux December 21-24, 1944
In Tribute to our Defenders
With the deepest respect and gratitude to the American paratroopers who defended the Rencheux bridge and riverbank. In memory of their comrades who gave their lives to liberate Belgium, for our peace and for our freedom.
Plaque USAAF / RAF
Plaque "In Tribute of the Crossers"
Plaque USAAF / RAF
In memory of all members of the US Air Force, the Royal Air Forceand other Allies of all nationalities who served during the World War II in Belgian skies.
Plaque "In Tribute of the Crossers"
With the deepest respect and gratitude to the American soldiers who crossed the Rencheux Bridge. In memory of their comrades who gave their lives to liberate Belgium, for our Peace and Freedom.
