Korean War Veterans Memorial
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courtesy of the National Park Service |
Contact Information:
900 Ohio Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20024
202-426-6841
http://www.nps.gov/kowa/
Size: 2.2 acres.
Location: Southeast of the Lincoln Memorial on Independence Ave., Washington, DC.
Description: Memorial honors the American men and women who served in the Korean War (1950-1953). A grouping of 19 statues of infantry soldiers, created by World War II veteran Frank Gaylord, stands before a polished granite wall bearing the images of support personnel. A granite curb on the north side of the statues lists the 22 countries of the United Nations that sent troops or gave medical support in defense of South Korea.
Activities: Ranger-led tours are available on request.
Operating Hours:
The Korean War Veterans Memorial is opened daily from
8:00 AM until 11:45 PM daily except Christmas Day.
History: Authorized on October 28, 1986; dedicated on July 27, 1995.
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