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Exploring the Significance of the Vietnamese American Community Memorial

Extending the significance of Veterans Memorial Park

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Monumentous Memorials, North America, Sculpture, United States

Countless monuments have been created to memorialize war efforts and honor the men and women who have fought and died in various wars throughout history. That endeavor is evident in Veterans Memorial Park, which features statues, testaments and sculptures that honor soldiers from numerous encounters in downtown Wichita, Kansas. However, some members of the Wichita […]

Soldier’s Walk Memorial Park Creates a Legacy for Arcadia and of the Nation

From the Revolutionary War to the War on Terror

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Monumentous Memorials, North America, Park, United States

A 51-acre park that features numerous monuments and statues along with a 2,000-seat amphitheater, Soldier’s Walk Memorial Park in Arcadia, Wisconsin, honors American statesmen and members of the armed forces who have served the country in times of war. Far more expansive than single memorials that similarly honor veterans of multiple wars, the Park became […]

Shrine of Remembrance Honors All Those Who Have Served for Australia

From World War I to World War II and Beyond

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Monumentous Memorials, Museum, Oceania

Like other monuments dedicated to veterans of various armed conflicts, the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, Australia honors all those who have served in the armed conflicts and peacekeeping operations in which Australia has participated. As one of the largest war memorials in Australia, the Shrine represents a legacy that is as much about history […]