One place we stopped today was Hurricane Monument. On Labor Day, September 2, 1935, a powerful hurricane struck Islamorada, killing nearly 450 people. Hundreds of World War I veterans, who were working for the Works Progress Administration building U.S. Highway One, were among the casualties. The monument was dedicated two years later on November 14, 1937. On that day, the remains of 300 of the victims were placed in a tiled crypt at the foot of the monument. What occurred here on that day more than 70 years ago is very interesting, and my guess is that many of the people who visit here don't know this small piece of local history. If so, I think it's a shame.
Following our stop at the monument, we ate lunch at Wahoo's Bar & Grill in Whale Harbor Marina. Perched above the water, the restaurant offered good food and quick service. The setting couldn't have been better.
Below is a picture of my father, mother and brother.
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