The new Circle of Heroes memorial is taking shape underwater about 10 miles off the Pinellas County coast. A dozen 6-foot concrete statues that depict members of the U.S. military were lowered in a 100-foot circle around a monument displaying the emblems of the five military branches. When it opens Aug. 5, it will serve as an underwater monument and therapeutic dive site for veterans dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma and depression.
