Author: Lee Matz

“Our boy lance continues to bring us together, 50 years later. The Lance P. Sijan Memorial Plaza is tangible evidence of what the power of faith and stewardship can do. A made-up mind is a powerful thing. Faith can move mountains, or an F-4C Phantom Jet.” – Janine Sijan Rozina The Lance P. Sijan Memorial Plaza at 5500 South Howell Avenue was officially dedicated on May 27, and sits just across from the entrance to Mitchell Airport. The international facility was named for another of Milwaukee’s sons and fellow Medal of Honor recipient, Brigadier General William “Billy” Mitchell. A...

The pending removal of the concrete stream bed at Pulaski Park inspired this river journey of images along one of Milwaukee’s founding waterways, to document how it looked on May 21.

These photos feature the memorials to Lance Sijan around the county, and Sijan Plaza prior to its official dedication ceremony on May 26. The new Milwaukee landmark, remembering to all who have served their country, stands as a reminder that within each person is the spirit and ability to survive any hardship and to never quit.

The outdoor urban sculpture experience along Wisconsin Avenue, Sculpture Milwaukee, began installations of artwork on May 15.