"America, Australia, New Zealand and their allies thank the Solomon Islanders for their tremendous World War 11 effort. This statue honors all Solomon Islanders who fought along side us during the Solomon Island battle from Guadalcanal to Bougainville. Sir Jacob Charles Vousa, KBE GM KPM 1892 - 1984 We few, we happy few, we band of brothers: For he today that sheds his blood with me shall be my brother... His grateful American brothers Awarded Sir Jacob The Silver Star and Legion of Merit In appreciation Guadalcanal-Solomon Islands War Memorial Foundation 1989