SANTA MONICA, California, United States — Rows of small crosses line the sand of Santa Monica Beach, part of a temporary war memorial organized by Veterans for Peace. Known as "Arlington West," this display commemorates US military casualties, honoring soldiers who lost their lives in conflicts such as the Iraq and Afghanistan wars.
Photograph by David Coleman. A temporary war memorial known as "Arlington West" appears on the sands of Santa Monica Beach in California, featuring rows of small white crosses to honor US military casualties. Organized by the peace group Veterans for Peace, the display is part of a broader anti-war protest, remembering fallen soldiers from conflicts like Iraq and Afghanistan. The solemn memorial is a temporary tribute aimed at drawing attention to the human cost of war, offering a place for visitors to reflect on the lives lost in military service.
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Location: Santa Monica Pier, Sant Monica, Los Angeles County, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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