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Pegula Family donates $50K to AAVM!
The African American Veterans Monument to be located at the Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park is the recipient of a $50,000 donation from Terry and Kim Pegula to aid in its construction. The donation adds to the Pegula family’s strong support of...
African American Veterans Monument Announcement & Groundbreaking
Attended by veterans ranging from World War II to Afghanistan and Iraq, the African American Veterans Monument announcement and groundbreaking ceremonies mark a pivotal moment for African American service members. Check out our photo gallery from the ceremonies!...
Plan unveiled to honor African American military veterans
"The Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park is a place that honors the men and women who have served in the military. Now, one state lawmaker wants to add another monument to the exhibit. State Assemblywoman Crystal Peoples-Stokes fought back tears Saturday...
Buffalo home to first national monument to honor African American veterans
"This Saturday city leaders gathered at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park to honor African American veterans. These veterans served in all five branches of the military during times of war and some were not honored when returning home. The monument...
Monument to African-American veterans planned for Naval Park
"By this time next year, a monument to the patriotism and sacrifice of African-American military veterans from here and around the country will be on permanent display at the Buffalo & Erie County Naval and Military Park. Plans call for an elaborate monument...
African American Veterans Monument Announcement
"On Saturday, November 11, at 8:30 am, the Buffalo & Erie County Naval Park will publicly announce the construction of significant new monument, which will be being designed and constructed by a local artisan." Read more