Located next to the Lincoln Memorial between the Reflecting Pool and Independence Avenue, this memorial was erected in memory of those 1.5 million American military personnel who served in Korea from 1950-53. Dedicated in 1995, on the 42nd anniversary of the armistice that ended the war, the memorial features a polished granite wall engraved with the faces of soldiers, nurses, chaplains, and even a dog. Sculptor Frank Gaylord created 19 bronze statues of platoon soldiers, inching through a field. Their weary expressions reflect the harsh conditions of the war. The polished granite wall reflects the images of the soldiers, and doubles the platoon's size to 38--a metaphor for the 38th parallel, the border between North and South Korea.
Location:
West Potomac Park, Indep Ave, Washington DC
Telephone
202-619-7222
Other History nearby:
(Washington) African-American Civil War Memorial
(Waldorf) Afro-American Heritage Museum
(Alexandria) Alexandria Black History Resource Center
(Washington) Anacostia Museum
(Washington) Anderson House
(Arlington) Arlington National Cemetery
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02/21 Coming to The Washington area
Dewey Beach PopFest Dewey Beach DE April12-13 Features three nights of showcase performances and two days of demo and mentoring sessions, tradeshow, and industry events.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Washington DC March20-April14 The nation’s greatest springtime celebration unites for four spectacular weekends including the Cherry Blossom Parade.
Pork in the Park BBQ Festival Salisbury MD April19-21 Follow your nose to the Pork in the Park BBQ Festival. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this Eastern Shore staple will be served up April 19-21st at Salisbury's WinterPlace Park.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
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