Shepherdstown Monument Honors Fallen Wildlife Service Heroes
Overlooked monument memorializes those lost in service for U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
The Journal | Thursday, January 23, 2025
The Journal highlights a poignant monument at the National Conservation Training Center in Shepherdstown, which honors 87 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service employees who lost their lives in the line of duty. This site features a bronze statue surrounded by wildlife and commemorative plaques, including names dating back over a century. Local ecologists, like Teresa Thome, reflect on the memorial's significance, recalling colleagues who made the ultimate sacrifice in service, further emphasizing the dedication of those who work to protect natural resources.