WASHINGTON, DC - The District of Columbia World War I Memorial in Washington DC covered in snow. Located on the National Mall in an area known as Ash Woods, the memorial only city-centric monument on the National Mall. It’s dedicated to the approximately 26,000 Washingtonians who served in World War I and is sometimes referred to as the DC War Memorial. It is not the same as a national World War One Memorial, which does not currently exist but is being pushed by supporters. The District of Columbia World War I Memorial, a neoclassical monument dedicated to the residents of Washington DC who se
The District of Columbia World War I Memorial, located on the National Mall in Washington DC, is a neoclassical monument dedicated to the residents of Washington DC who served in World War I. Completed in 1931, the memorial commemorates the 499 DC residents who lost their lives during the Great War. Designed by prominent Washington architect Frederick H. Brooke, the memorial features a Doric temple surrounded by 12 large fluted columns. Inside the temple, a bronze plaque lists the names of the fallen heroes from the District of Columbia, serving as a tribute to their service and sacrifice. The memorial is situated in West Potomac Park, near the National Mall, and is maintained by the National Park Service. While not as well-known as other war memorials in Washington DC, the District of Columbia World War I Memorial provides an important historical context and recognition for the brave men and women from the nation's capital who contributed to the war effort. Visitors to the memorial can reflect on the sacrifices made by the local heroes and appreciate the elegant architecture of the monument, which stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of those who served during World War I.
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Location: District of Columbia World War I Memorial, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
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