"The Indigenous Veteran’s Memorial is a reminder to the world that not only are we still here, but so are the spirits of our warrior ancestors who serve and protect us regardless of genocidal efforts against them. And so in this way, we honor them, uyách!"

"Hello, my name is Maija Hill, I am a member of The Narragansett Tribe, a veteran of the US Army, and proud mother of 3. The daughter of a US Air Force Korean War veteran, mother to a daughter who is currently serving in the US Air Force and mother of a son, who is also a veteran of the US Army. I am honored to serve on this advisory, which is a long overdue tribute to our ancestors who have gone before us".

 “Deeds Not Words.”

"I’m tribal councilman John Great Wolf Pompey of the Narragansett Indian Tribe. I’m a 21 year retired veteran of the army. All veterans are honored every year,  it’s about time we recognize and honor Indigenous veterans.  This Monument will be a great start." 

"As a veteran, it is nice that Native Americans are being recognized for their service in the armed forces". 

"Native Americans, men and woman, have fought  in every war to protect our nation. They should always be honored with the highest honor and respect.  If it wasn't for their sacrifice we would not have the freedom and quality of life that we experience every day." 

"My father, grandfathers, and many other relatives are veterans or serving in the military today. It is important for us to honor the sacrifice of Indigenous people who even to this day have the highest number per capita of service in the US armed forces."

  “ Every nationality in the Rhode Island Veteran Cemetery has a memorial marker stone to commemorate their service that they gave their all for this country.  Native Americans are the only group that does not have a memorial marker stone.  This is the reason why I founded The Intertribal Monument Project. I believe Native American Veterans should be honored with a memorial at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery because of all nationalities, they have fought in every war this country has ever  been in. My father Charles B Smith Sr. fought in three wars -World War II,  Korea, and Vietnam.”  

"Ayeuteaen is the word for warrior in the Narragansett language. In our community, our warriors are those who give themselves to the service and care for others. This monument project will recognize those who have given of themselves to serve this country and represent our tribal communities, to protect Turtle Island, our home and our people.  Native people have the highest per-capita involvement in all branches of the armed forces than any population serving at five times the national average and have served in every war since the Revolutionary war. Native people are more represented in the military than the general population! They serve and they do so proudly and we want to recognize them for their service and honor their contributions through this Veterans Monument Project.” 

"It's an honor to be part of this committee to give tribute to our Native American veterans. I am a Narragansett Indian tribal elder who also has family who are veterans that include my grandfather, uncle's and many other relatives. I also feel that it's so important to remember our Native veterans who sacrificed and gave so much to this country. So, it's my hope to bring to light our honored Native veterans who have passed on and also with us today. Their honorable service should always be remembered."

"This project is important to me because my dad is buried there and I am delighted that our people are being honored for their service to this country."

"I am passionate about being on the Honoring Indigenous Veterans community because many of my family both male and female have put their lives on the line so we can live in freedom.  My earliest memories are of my family and community show respect and honor to our veterans". 

"Building a memorial to honor Indigenous veterans of Turtle Island is a Native-led and historical endeavor that I am excited to support!"

"Pleased to work in an effort to show appreciation for and memorialize our tribal veterans who served proudly and honorably to protect our home lands and nations".

"Our warriors would prefer peace over war however they never hesitate to defend the people, land, and their beliefs. The honor doesn't come from man, it comes from the Creator. Our warriors must be recognized and never forgotten. Aho!"

"Native Americans per capita serve in the armed forces more than any other ethnicity. I am honored to be part of this project. My father and brother were both in the Army, specifically the 82nd Airborne Division. This monument is long overdue, our veterans must be recognized!"

"I am one daughter of the late Rev. Roland C. Mars, a U.S. Air Force Vietnam Wartime Veteran who is now laid to rest in the Veterans Cemetery, Exeter RI.  It is my honor to serve on a committee whose mission is to pay homage to Indigenous men and women who have given and continue to give their lives in service to Turtle Island for generations past, present, and into the future."

“I am truly honored to be part of this committee. Many of my ancestors have been in many wars and are buried in this cemetery including just recently my uncle who was a Korean War Veteran. Our Native warriors gave so much to this country and it’s an honor to be part of a project that gives honor to them.”