Millington launches Lone Sailor Monument project

Millington officials are partnering with the U.S. Navy Memorial Foundation and Navy League to create Tennessee’s first Lone Sailor Monument. Millington is home to the world’s largest inland naval base – Naval Support Activity Mid-South – and city officials hope the new memorial will honor the courage, commitment, and sacrifice of the U.S. Navy members who have called Millington home. The new monument will join a select group of Lone Sailor statues across the nation. A Lone Sailor Steering Committee has been selected to guide the process, including construction and installation, development surrounding the memorial space, education and community program, and long-term preservation and maintenance. Donations are also being solicited for the project.