Compton Community Veterans Memorial Submission Form

The Compton Community Veterans Memorial Project aims to honor the service and sacrifices of late veterans from Compton by creating a temporary installment that celebrates their legacy. This project, set to open on Saturday, November 2, 2024, will feature a unique and artistic display at VFW Post 5394, designed with input from local artists and community members. It is a tribute to the courage and dedication of Compton’s veterans, ensuring their contributions are remembered and respected for generations to come.

Full Name (person submitting the photos)*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number. Will only be used to contact you with questions or comments about your submission. We promise not to spam you or sell your info.

E-mail*

example@example.com

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Your relationship to the veteran: "I am the veteran's ________________"*

Please specify "other"

Veteran's Name*

PrefixFirst NameMiddle NameLast NameSuffix

Nickname(s)

#1#2

Date of Birth*

Date

Date of Death*

Date

Branch Rankblank*

Branch Rankblank

blanks to blank

Connection to Compton*

Describe their ties to Compton, such as whether they were born there, raised a family, or lived there after their service.

Deployments/Service Locations:

Significant places where the veteran was stationed or deployed.

Awards and Decorations:

Any medals, honors, or commendations received during their service.

Veteran's Biography or Obituary, or anything you would like everyone to know about your veteran?*

Upload photo(s) of your veteran. One photo will be placed on the memorial. It does not have to be a service photo.*

Statement of Release
Veterans Memorial Project - Photo Submission Release Form

By submitting a photo to the Veterans Memorial Project, I hereby grant the Walker Family Events Foundation and the Howard Martin Richardson VFW Post 5394 the following rights:

Permission to Use: I authorize the Walker Family Events Foundation and the Howard Martin Richardson VFW Post 5394 to use the submitted photo and any accompanying biographical information in any manner they deem appropriate, including but not limited to public displays, online publications, promotional materials, and social media platforms.

No Compensation: I understand that I will not receive any monetary compensation for using the submitted photo and biographical information.

Ownership and Copyright: I affirm that I am the owner of the submitted photo or have obtained all necessary permissions from the owner of the photo to grant the rights described herein. I retain the copyright of the image but grant the Walker Family Events Foundation and the Howard Martin Richardson VFW Post 5394 a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the photo as described above.

Indemnification: I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Walker Family Events Foundation and the Howard Martin Richardson VFW Post 5394 from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from the use of the submitted photo and biographical information, including any claims of infringement of intellectual property rights.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand this Statement of Release and agree to its terms.

Please verify that you are human*

Compton Community Veterans Memorial 2024

The Veteran

Branch(s) and Rank(s):

Years of Service: