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Top War memorials in Washington, United States
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US Navy Memorial Plaza
World War II Memorial
The Three Servicemen Statue
Friends of the National World War II Memorial
First Infantry Division Monument
American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
The Three Servicemen Statue
Vietnam Women's Memorial
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This striking statue and memorial to the women who fought and provided support to our troops in Vietnam is an inspiring dedication to the 265,000 women, military and civilian, that served in support of the war during that time. The 8 trees surrounding the statue provide living memorials to the 8 servicewomen killed in action in that conflict. This was one of the first war memorials to women, and the only one on the mall.
Statue facing the wall with all the soldier's name to commemorate the Vietnam war.
It is impressive. It's amazing.
It is impressive. It's amazing.
Beautiful sculpture in honor of Vietnam women.
The World War II Memorial stands as a powerful testament to the sacrifices and valor of those who served during one of the most pivotal moments in history. A visit to this awe-inspiring monument left me deeply moved and grateful for the opportunity to pay my respects.
From the moment you set foot on the grounds, the design and layout of the memorial evoke a sense of solemnity and reverence. The grand arches and stunning fountains create an atmosphere that is both reflective and contemplative, inviting visitors to pause and remember the sacrifices made by countless men and women.
The symbolism within the memorial is striking. Each state and territory of the United States is represented, serving as a poignant reminder that this was a collective effort by the entire nation. The Freedom Wall, adorned with gold stars, poignantly honors the 400,000 lives lost, a stark reminder of the human cost of war.
The Wall of Stars is a heartrending feature, with each star representing 100 American soldiers who gave their lives. Walking along the wall, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of gratitude and humility. The memorial's design beautifully captures the scale of sacrifice and the enormity of the conflict.
If you visit during the evening hours, it will provided an entirely different perspective. The illumination of the memorial against the darkening sky created a solemn ambiance that heightened the emotional impact. It's a time when the memorial truly comes alive, conveying the enduring spirit of those who fought.
The World War II Memorial is not just a place for history buffs; it's a destination that speaks to the core of our shared humanity. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this site is a must-see. It's a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made and the legacy left behind, urging us to strive for a better world.
While the memorial itself doesn't require an extended amount of time to explore, the experience lingers long after your visit. It's a somber yet beautiful reminder of the past and a beacon of hope for the future. A visit to the World War II Memorial is a moving and humbling experience that every traveler should include on their itinerary.
From the moment you set foot on the grounds, the design and layout of the memorial evoke a sense of solemnity and reverence. The grand arches and stunning fountains create an atmosphere that is both reflective and contemplative, inviting visitors to pause and remember the sacrifices made by countless men and women.
The symbolism within the memorial is striking. Each state and territory of the United States is represented, serving as a poignant reminder that this was a collective effort by the entire nation. The Freedom Wall, adorned with gold stars, poignantly honors the 400,000 lives lost, a stark reminder of the human cost of war.
The Wall of Stars is a heartrending feature, with each star representing 100 American soldiers who gave their lives. Walking along the wall, I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of gratitude and humility. The memorial's design beautifully captures the scale of sacrifice and the enormity of the conflict.
If you visit during the evening hours, it will provided an entirely different perspective. The illumination of the memorial against the darkening sky created a solemn ambiance that heightened the emotional impact. It's a time when the memorial truly comes alive, conveying the enduring spirit of those who fought.
The World War II Memorial is not just a place for history buffs; it's a destination that speaks to the core of our shared humanity. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this site is a must-see. It's a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made and the legacy left behind, urging us to strive for a better world.
While the memorial itself doesn't require an extended amount of time to explore, the experience lingers long after your visit. It's a somber yet beautiful reminder of the past and a beacon of hope for the future. A visit to the World War II Memorial is a moving and humbling experience that every traveler should include on their itinerary.
I like this plaza. Nice fountain, but half of it doesn’t work. Really great oceans map and time to time the Navi orchestra plays the concerts there in summer. Every week there’s a movie night also. A lot is going on at this plaza!
A beautiful sculpture to see at night. Lots of tributes left to these amazing women from other winnebago(typo, but I'm keeping it! ) *women who visited.
Peaceful spot to appreciate the contribution made by all women during the time of the war in Vietnam.
Had an amazing time! The water felt amazing on our feet since it was so hot outside. The kids Loved the ducks. And it was fun taking pictures in front of your birth state. Will definitely go again.
What a nice place. It is hot in July in DC, too. I am from AR. The humidity is bad here, too. Put you feet in the water. Find your state. Soak in the beauty and remember the sacrifice. We are thankful for what our soldiers gave.
A very serene experience. A bit sad also because the row of wreaths also highlight the irony of wars! While we were at the memorial, three choppers flew overhead adding to the cheer of the visitors. The fountains are beautiful and lend the memorial a sense of flow and continuity.
Beautiful Memorial. I loved how they represented every state and all those stars. One star on the wall represents 100 American military deaths. There are 4,048 stars. The waterfalls are also incredible. Symbolism is everywhere.
This is an amazing little park. We were fortunate enough to me walking by when the military band was playing and stopped to listen. Great band but also super cool monuments. Check out the pics! Crazy detail to these bronze plates.
Really cool place and had a lot of interesting stuff inside. Definitely a must see if you're in the area.
This was a neat part of the overall Vietnam Memorial that I had missed in previous visits here. The view of the soldiers back over the memorial is sobering, and really helps add a sense of humanity to a profound and moving memorial. We visited over Memorial Day weekend, so there were a lot of tributes in place, and it was a powerful time to visit as a result. We’ve generally avoided coming to the mall over Memorial Day due to the crowds, but this experience makes me likely to come back a future year.
It was a really cool place to look around. My husband just started service in Navy last month, so this place was more meaningful personally.
I am an art lover, so this place made me happy. There are so many artworks that you would enjoy, and they were really well-made pieces.
I am an art lover, so this place made me happy. There are so many artworks that you would enjoy, and they were really well-made pieces.
Makes me sad every time.
I am grateful and thankful for thy service yeah 🙏.
The memorial building opens at 9:30 where as other buildings open at 10a. So, no excuse to not pop in and have a browse. It's free. The plaza has interesting information.
Amazing but simple architecture! I absolutely enjoyed my visit! Even though there is a partial government shutdown I saw no signs of trash or negligence here.
A beautiful memorial space in the shape of a triangle. It is a pity that at the time of my visit the central area was not filled with water.
Absolutely amazing statue!
It was a special experience to come here and honor my grandfathers and remember their sacrifice. I knew the site would be thoughtful and reverent, honoring the brave men and women who fought and in some cases lost their lives. What I didn’t know and didn’t expect was how moved I would be when watching my kids dip their feet into the fountain to cool off on a hot spring day. There was something so profound and healing about experiencing that. We sat their with our feet in the cool water and reflected on life and lost loved ones. Beautiful.
Meaningful spot to visit highlighting many functions of the US Navy through the years, illustrated in detailed bronze reliefs. The significant and appropriate fountains are not currently operating. Naval flags abound and there is a small museum on the square as well. The bronze statue of the Warer of the Seven Seas bestows luck on all sailors who touch his statue. Being a Navy spouse, I particularly appreciated that our role is represented in one of the reliefs.
What a fantastic memorial to visit! Extremely clean facility. Polite and courteous staff everywhere to help. Highly recommend visiting after 1- 2pm ish (you'll miss the field trips) and still have time to see everything. Food trucks are a few blocks away...FYI.
Somber but amazing place to visit.
This memorial was very well done and the quotes encapsulate the disabled spirit well.
Sometimes this modest statue can be overlooked compared to its counterpart nearby. It’s history is controversial as to the commission compared to the Maya Lin design.
While it is a different approach to a memorial of such high emotion and conceptual impact, it does offer some tangible realism to the soldier experience or at least representation of the human element that was in the jungles of Vietnam.
One high remark here is that it’s the first representation of an African American in sculpted form on the National Mall. The piece was unveiled in 1984.
I think one thing to consider while being in this space is how do these two different approaches merit memorial? What are the impacts of each on you? No wrong answers… only different perspectives and thoughts.
At any rate, it all reminds of us of the cost of a conflict grown into a war and the differences between the decision makers and those affected, the people.
While it is a different approach to a memorial of such high emotion and conceptual impact, it does offer some tangible realism to the soldier experience or at least representation of the human element that was in the jungles of Vietnam.
One high remark here is that it’s the first representation of an African American in sculpted form on the National Mall. The piece was unveiled in 1984.
I think one thing to consider while being in this space is how do these two different approaches merit memorial? What are the impacts of each on you? No wrong answers… only different perspectives and thoughts.
At any rate, it all reminds of us of the cost of a conflict grown into a war and the differences between the decision makers and those affected, the people.
The Vietnam Woman's Memorial is located just across the path from the main Vietnam Memorial Wall. Easily missed, it is tucked between a grove of trees just off a path near the memorial.
It depicts nurses tending to a fallen soldier. It is incredibly simple and moving. The sculpture itself is extremely well done and quite beautiful. In my opinion, it's a little spot not to be overlooked. I stopped by there every time I'm down that end of the national mall.
It depicts nurses tending to a fallen soldier. It is incredibly simple and moving. The sculpture itself is extremely well done and quite beautiful. In my opinion, it's a little spot not to be overlooked. I stopped by there every time I'm down that end of the national mall.
Statue facing the wall with all the soldier s name to commemorate the Vietnam war.
It is impressive. It worse taking a walk here to remember and see.
It is impressive. It worse taking a walk here to remember and see.
i was so happy to see these things, i took my canon camera with zoom len to take all picture in this trip.
The bronze figurines / plaques surrounding the plaza are very nicely made depicting various aspects of Navy including peace time activities
Definitely worth spending time looking at these.
Children would love to see these and
Great stories can be narrated to them
Definitely worth spending time looking at these.
Children would love to see these and
Great stories can be narrated to them
Great place to rest and reflect.
We didn't know this memorial existed prior to finding it while exploring around the reflecting pool. A nearby plaque explained the history behind this monument. Worth visiting and learning.
Had to come again as the WWII Memorial draws you to it. The columns with the wreaths have every state's name engraved at the base. At each end are the birds holding the larger wreath for the Pacific and Atlantic theaters. It is a beautiful memorial to all who fought, died and supported the war.
The Plaza and Visitor Center museum were both interesting places to visit. The Memorial includes the Lone Sailor statue, World Map and plaques highlighting important historical events in Navy history. The Visitor Center museum had many interesting artifacts, models and exhibits on display. I especially liked the Zumwalt exhibit and the Lone Sailor Award exhibit. It was interesting to see how many non-military celebrities there were that served in the Navy.
Very nice Memorial dedicated to those service members who have born the scars of serving on active duty. The gentle reflecting pool cascading over the edge is calming and soothes the ambience of this memorial tucked in between two very busy streets. More general parking, closer to the memorial, would increase the visitors at this park.
Thank you so much for what you do.
There are several parks and monuments around the White House. This war memorial is perhaps the most gorgeous one. It's a nice and tall stone monument with golden sculptures up top. Great to look at. Great to learn about. Great to photograph. You can get the Eisenhower Building in the background. It's esp worth your while to visit it while you're on tour to visit the White House. Many people miss it because it's not exactly next to the White House. Just a hop away. Therefore, visiting here will make your visit stand apart and also be more comprehensive!
nice
The First Division Monument is located in President's Park, south of State Place Northwest, between 17th Street Northwest and West Executive Avenue Northwest in Washington, DC, United States. The Monument commemorates those who died while serving in the 1st Infantry Division of the U. S. Army. Wikipedia
The First Division Monument is located in President's Park, south of State Place Northwest, between 17th Street Northwest and West Executive Avenue Northwest in Washington, DC, United States. The Monument commemorates those who died while serving in the 1st Infantry Division of the U. S. Army. Wikipedia
Beautifully detailed sculpture. Captures history and makes one humbled
This memorial is very important. It really reminds you how much these people deal with to perfect our freedom. These are the "lucky" ones that get to come home, but they are far from being whole.
Three life size very detailed bronze Soldiers wearing various uniforms and holding different weapons used during the Vietnam War. They are looking towards the Vietnam Memorial Wall to their front that has the names of others that have given everything to that conflict.
This is a very strong memorial to the women that served in Vietnam which depicts three life size female nurses tending a wounded soldier. With the majority of women being nurses during the war but not all the women in Vietnam were from the military services the vast majority were civilians that volunteered. They served with various organizations that were there to support the various military services like the Red Cross, United Service Organizations, Catholic Relief Services and other humanitarian organizations and news correspondents.
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With very few statues depicting woman in history this is a change and should continue being something that there should be more of around the country.
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With very few statues depicting woman in history this is a change and should continue being something that there should be more of around the country.
This is a very interesting memorial off the beaten path. It is worth the time to check it out.
Really nice memorial for disabled veterans. It's easy to access and places to sit down and read the quotes on the memorial walls . You can see the Capitol and are about 5 minutes walking distance from it if not less .
Amazing but simple architecture! I absolutely enjoyed my visit! Even though there is a partial government shutdown I saw no signs of trash or negligence here. It wasn't crowded so it made for some really good pictures to be taken. This monument meant more to me because I served and deployed with this Division. Must see if in the area!
To see this Monument so close up and in person while walking to the West Wing was unforgettable for me. Probably more so because of where I was headed, but it’s still very cool.
Great place, it has fire on water. You don't see that everyday.
One of the many interesting monuments to see while visiting The Mall in D.C. is the Vietnam Women's Memorial, situated just a few minutes walk east of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
This monument designed by American sculptor, Glenna Goodacre and dedicated in 1993 to the women who served during the Vietnam War, most of whom were nurses during the conflict. It is of three female serviceman, one of which is tending to a fallen soldier. It is a nice sculpture that can be viewed from all sides to gain full perspective of the image being portrayed.
Note: There are park benches on three sides of the monument and a information panel if you want to learn more about this particular memorial.
In the end, if you are exploring The Mall and wanting to view the various memorials and other monuments, this is an interesting one to find. You can comfortably see this one in 5-10 minutes before or after visiting the nearby Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
This monument designed by American sculptor, Glenna Goodacre and dedicated in 1993 to the women who served during the Vietnam War, most of whom were nurses during the conflict. It is of three female serviceman, one of which is tending to a fallen soldier. It is a nice sculpture that can be viewed from all sides to gain full perspective of the image being portrayed.
Note: There are park benches on three sides of the monument and a information panel if you want to learn more about this particular memorial.
In the end, if you are exploring The Mall and wanting to view the various memorials and other monuments, this is an interesting one to find. You can comfortably see this one in 5-10 minutes before or after visiting the nearby Vietnam Veteran's Memorial.
One of the interesting things near the White House is the First Division Monument situated at 17th and E Street, just south of the Eisenhower Building.
Constructed in 1924, here you will see a single standing column that is topped by a gilded figure of the Lady of Victory. It is a simple, touching and respectable tribute to the valiant soldiers who participated and those to perished during World War I.
You can conveniently see this monument if visiting the area attractions or when making your way between the White House and the National Mall.
Constructed in 1924, here you will see a single standing column that is topped by a gilded figure of the Lady of Victory. It is a simple, touching and respectable tribute to the valiant soldiers who participated and those to perished during World War I.
You can conveniently see this monument if visiting the area attractions or when making your way between the White House and the National Mall.
As it was intended, it perfectly complements the Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall, so make sure you take time to admire this statue when you visit the wall.
A striking monument just around the corner from the White House. The Old Executive Office Building serves as an excellent backdrop.