The Descendant Community’s Veteran Identification & Recognition project locates unrecognized veterans buried in the Milwaukee County Grounds cemeteries and facilitates the submission of applications to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for memorial markers. By ensuring veterans receive formal recognition, this project honors their service and provides closure to their descendants.
Online Memorials
In 2023, we launched our online veteran memorials to honor veterans whose stories had long been overlooked. Each memorial provides detailed information about a veteran’s life, military service, significant events, and burial, often accompanied by photographs of headstones and memorial services. Visitors can explore these histories to learn about the veterans’ contributions and the recognition they received posthumously.
Blog Updates
Stay informed about the Veteran Identification & Recognition project through our latest posts tagged Veterans:
- Press Release: Milwaukee County Veterans Await Recognition Amid Delays by County Officials
- Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel’s Legal Advice Delays Veteran Memorials
- Remembering Our Forgotten Heroes: A Memorial Day Tribute
- Explore Our New Digital Veteran Memorials
- Descendant Community to Oversee Reburial of 831 Ancestors
View all blog posts for additional news and updates.
Get Involved
Our mission is ongoing, and we welcome volunteers and supporters to help continue this work. Whether you are an experienced genealogist or new to the field, your contribution is valuable. Training is provided for new participants, and together we work to identify and honor veterans still hidden at the County Grounds. Contact us to join the volunteer team.
As a nonprofit organization, the Descendant Community relies on donations to fund genealogical research, pension file access, and other essential resources. Your contribution helps ensure that veterans’ legacies are preserved for future generations. Donate or use the PayPal button below to support our work directly: