WEIR COOK MEMORIAL PROJECT
WILKINSON, IN
The Weir Cook Memorial Project is a monument dedicated to Major General George S. "Bud" Weir Cook, a decorated World War II veteran and pilot. The monument is located in Wilkinson, Indiana, and was built in honor of Weir Cook's bravery and dedication to serving his country.
The project consists of a granite pedestal with a bronze bust of Weir Cook on top. The bust was sculpted by Indiana artist Bill Wolfe and was unveiled in 2015. The monument also features plaques that detail Weir Cook's military service and his contributions to aviation.
Weir Cook was born in Wilkinson in 1901 and went on to serve in both World War I and II. He was a highly decorated pilot, earning multiple medals for his service, including the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Silver Star. He was also instrumental in the development of military aviation, helping to establish the Air Force Reserve in 1948.
The Weir Cook Memorial Project serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military and honors the legacy of a hometown hero. It is a testament to the bravery and dedication of Weir Cook and all those who have served to protect our country.
WEIR COOK MEMORIAL PROJECT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WILKINSON IN. US MID #8401800248
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).
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WEIR COOK MEMORIAL PROJECT
PO BOX 83
WILKINSON
IN
46186-0083
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WEIR COOK MEMORIAL PROJECT Information
| MID # | 8401800248 |
| Name | WEIR COOK MEMORIAL PROJECT |
| Alternate Name | |
| Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest |
| Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | 264267189 |
| NTEECC | A80 |
| Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) | 201212 |
| INCOME | 0 |
| REVENUE | 0 |
| LAT/LONG | 39.885368, -85.609801 |
| CODES | FIPS State Code: 18 FIPS County Code: 059 US Census Tract: 410100 US Census Block: 2039 |