The memorial was dedicated in March 2004. The Women Veterans of Nevada is a 501 (c) (19) not-for-profit veterans organization whose mission is to bring together women of all branches and eras of military service; inactive, reserve, and active duty to share and celebrate the history of military women, preserve and perpetuate our positive heritage, and continue an active commitment to educate, aid and assist comrades and community. Established in 1985 at the specific request of the Nevada State Commission of Veteran Affairs, women veterans were asked to come together for the first celebration of women’s history month in the Las Vegas veteran community. In response to that groundbreaking call, women veterans gathered, and together were representatives of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam service and from each branch of service. The small group of about 20 made a strong impression in the Southern Nevada community.