National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum News And Updates
S3 Viking Moved To The Cecil Legacy Plaza and Memorial
Today marked a proud and historic milestone at the National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum.
The distinguished S-3 Viking departed Cecil Airport Hangar 1820 and made its careful journey through Cecil Commerce Center to its new permanent home at the Cecil Field Legacy Plaza & Memorial.
Four Chaplains Tribute 2026
Thank you to everyone who attended today's solemn and inspiring service honoring the Four Chaplains, whose selfless sacrifice on February 3, 1943, continues to stand as a powerful example of unity, faith, and service to others. The ceremony paid tribute to each of the...
Giving Tuesday 2025
Giving Tuesday is the perfect day to support the National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum in remembrance of those who sacrificed so much for us.
With the help of the community, Cecil Field POW/MIA Memorial, Inc. is raising funds to make this memorial a true national place of honor to all POW/MIA personnel and their families. We thank you for your support.
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This Giving Tuesday we are raising money for Cecil Field POW/MIA Memorial Inc (National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum at Cecil Field) and your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support.
7th Annual Golf Tournament
Yesterday was a beautiful day for our 7th Annual Golf Tournament at Eagle Harbor Golf Club! ⛳️ Players hit the course at 11 AM, with raffle drawings adding excitement throughout the day. We wrapped up the evening with a buffet dinner and the announcement of this...
The Foundation Academy Tour
We had the pleasure of hosting members of The Foundation Academy for a tour of the Memorial. On October 30th, about 40 students and faculty were provided an overview of the National POW-MIA Memorial and Museum and were given a tour of the project. The student group...
National POW/MIA Recognition Day
The National POW/MIA Memorial and Museum hosted an extraordinary day of remembrance this past Saturday, honoring the brave sacrifices made by our nation’s prisoners of war, those who remain unaccounted for, and their families. The event featured a delightful array of...
Jacksonville veteran volunteers work to honor more than 80,000 soldiers missing in action
A group of veterans is restoring an old plane to be a centerpiece on display at the Cecil Airport POW/MIA Memorial. Author: Zach WilcoxPublished: 6:51 PM EDT September 5, 2025Updated: 6:51 PM EDT September 5, 2025 View Original Article and Video On...
POW/MIA Missing Man Table Unveiling 2025
Ed Turner (Executive Director), Sam Houston (Chairman of the Board) and Pam Cain (Director/Advisor) were proud to attend the 2nd Annual Missing Man Table unveiling at Jacksonville International Airport on September 4, 2025. The Missing Man Table will be on...
S-3 Viking Update
The S-3 Viking aircraft rebuild continues at the Cecil Airport Hangar 1820. Several former Viking maintainers, aircrew, and even some from outside the community work on the jet tirelessly to prepare its placement at the Memorial. Again thank-you to the Cecil Airport,...
VA-86 Sidewinder Reunion
We were honored to have several members of the VA-86 squadron reunion attend a presentation and tour of the site on 14 August. Not only was the reunion an opportunity to reunite with good friends and squadron-mates but also to pay tribute to those members lost. During...
Volunteer Day Cleanup Day August 23, 2025
In preparation for the upcoming National POW/MIA Recognition Day, a volunteer clean-up day was held on Saturday, 23 August. Big John Sutherland, Bob, Willen, Dano Mastrolia, and Billy Hendrix expertly led two teams of the FD Roosevelt Jacksonville Sea Cadets in...
American Legion Legacy Run 2025
On 20 and 21 August, the 19th annual Legacy Run’s fourth day ended and the last leg commenced at the National POW/MIA Memorial site. The American Legion Legacy Run is a fundraising motorcycle ride organized by the American Legion Riders (ALR). This year’s ride...
