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There are some truly amazing memorials out there, whether in Washington, DC, at a hometown location, OCONUS, or anywhere else around the world; many are epic works of art in their own right, some are well known (with a national or international audiences), while others quietly tell their story relatively unknown to the masses. So, what's your most memorable military or military-related display or memorial? Where's it located and how/why does it move you? What is it that you find most compelling about the memorial or location? What makes this particular place or time unique, interesting, thought-provoking, moving, or special to you? Please feel free to share your stories, photographs, links, video or anything else needed to tell your story. This should be both fun and informative, and we'll get to learn a bit of history, context, and a little bit about each other in the process; thank you for all that you do, and... see you all in the discussion threads!
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I find the Korean War Memorial haunting as if they were ghosts on an eternal patrol, never getting a rest.
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I have not been able to visit many memorials. I did however find the memorial for the Uss Arizona to render me speechless .
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SGT Rick Ash
At Iwo Jima, the outstretched hand reaching for the flagstaff belongs to a man from my county in KY. As to favorites, my wife and I visit D.C. annually and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is impressive at the "changing of the guard".
But you should visit "The Wall" and see the bronze statues of combat troops in Nam. Impressive but sad.
But you should visit "The Wall" and see the bronze statues of combat troops in Nam. Impressive but sad.
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There are so many awesome memorials. The Vietnam wall, the Korean War, Iwo Jima, Nurses Memorial, The USS Arizona, Tomb of the Unknowns, Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, Arlington lets not forget all those memorials overseas that our brethren gave their lives for. So many and all are truly special.
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My favorite 'Military Memorial'? None. I have never felt much more than pain and silence for any Military Memorial. Like medals, they are constructed for the communities and families to heal - not for pleasure.
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I don't have pictures, but Gettysburg is my favorite. The enormity and the fact it is where so many fathers, brothers, cousins, and friends fought and died is humbling. And represents why we as Americans must keep our bonds strong.
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None of them! My favorite memorial would be the one showing that ALL of my comrades, who ever served in combat, made it home safe and sound. However, when it comes to remembering the fallen, the most sobering and heart touching memorial that I ever visited was the WWII US Cemetery in Lorraine France. when I left there my chest felt like it was going to implode from the thought of all those American lives.
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I'm not going to say it's my favorite, but I wonder how many out there have heard of this one?
https://www.youtube.com/embed/axhZ0Tx2L4U
Check it out, kind of amazing.
https://www.youtube.com/embed/axhZ0Tx2L4U
Check it out, kind of amazing.
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http://www.nvam.org/above_beyond/
A memorial for Vietnam Veterans who lost their lives. Each "dog tag" represents a service member with their name, service arm, and date of death on it. There are over 58,000 tags displayed in this memorial.
A memorial for Vietnam Veterans who lost their lives. Each "dog tag" represents a service member with their name, service arm, and date of death on it. There are over 58,000 tags displayed in this memorial.
THE ABOVE AND BEYOND MEMORIAL |
The National Veterans Art Museum is vigorously engaged in securing a permanent home for its signature piece, Above and Beyond. Stay tuned for updates.
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