Smoot Peace Park and Veterans

<br><center> <b>Peace Park</b><br> Love + Labor + Leisure + Light + Law=<br> <b>"Peace"</b><br> A memorial to<br> Mr. & Mrs. G. W. Smoot<br> given to City of Belton by daughter<br> Cynthia Smoot Jones<br> 1956<br><br> Dedicated to those who served<br> Dedicated Veteran's Day<br> Nov. 11, 2004<br><br> We salute the courage, honor,<br> patriotism, and sacrifice of<br> all men and women who serve in the<br> Armed Forces of the United States<br> We mourn the loss of those who have<br> given their lives to preserve and<br> defend our precious liberty<br> May we never forget that freedom isn't free!<br><br> Dedicated to True American Heroes<br> September 11, 2005<br><br> <b>P.O.W.<br> Prisoner of War</b><br> Your suffering as a prisoner of war can never be understood.<br> Death might have been easier and<br> even welcome for you during your captivity.<br> Your bravery and courage continue to inspire.<br> May your example of steadfastness never fade<br> in our memories!<br><br> <b>M.I.A.<br> Missing In Action</b><br> Your fate may never be known.<br> Your families may never have their questions answered.<br> However, we live better lives because<br> of your service and sacrifice.<br> You will not be forgotten!<br><br> Through the generosity and compassion of<br> local businesses and civic organizations<br> this fountain is dedicated to<br> POW-MIA's and their families.<br> You are not forgotten!<br> September 16, 2006<br><br> The future of this great nation<br> is contingent upon all generations<br> treasuring her history and the<br> ultimate sacrifices made by<br> those who came before.<br> Dedicated Veterans' Day<br> November 11, 2007</center>