A place for Remembrance, Recognition and Reflection...
The Fallen Firefighter Memorial will be a monument to the spirit, commitment, and sacrifice of those firefighters
who gave their lives in the line of duty. It will give the citizens of Louisiana a place to honor these firefighters
and inspire young men and women to follow in their brave footsteps.
The memorial will consist of three main areas:
- A large granite wall listing all known ffirefighters who have perished in the line of duty.
Firefighter Statute
- A bronze statue of a firefighter on a knnee as a symbol of remembrance.
Fire Engine Bell
- A brass bell to be used in the dedicatioon and memorial ceremonies.
Additionally, there will be plaques within the memorial with words exemplifying the spirit of firefighting and the
men and women who choose this honorable profession.
The Fallen Firefighter's Memorial will be funded entirely by private and corporate contributions. Donated
and pledged funds will be used to cover the expenses of the design, construction, sculpture, dedication ceremony and
upkeep of the memorial.