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The U.S.S. San Diego Memorial Remembers the Sailors Who Fought for Victory in World War II

Equal Parts Celebration and Commemoration

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Monumentous Memorials, North America, Sculpture, United States

The U.S.S. San Diego was the second most decorated ship to serve in World War II. The light cruiser was awarded 18 battle stars and never lost a man to enemy action. The U.S.S. San Diego Memorial commemorates and celebrates this ship and crew in a way that resonates with present and future audiences. Among […]

“Unconditional Surrender” Creates an Attraction for San Diego That Embraces the Military Community

Kitsch to Some, Icon to Others

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Monumentous Imagination, North America, Sculpture, United States

San Diego, California is home to the second-largest Surface Ship base of the United States Navy and the presence of the military can be felt across the city. This presence is especially evident along San Diego’s Embarcadero, which features the USS Midway Museum and is directly across from the home port of several aircraft carriers […]