National World War II Memorial

"The memorial anchors the eastern end of the Reflecting Pool, serving as a balancing axis between the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial." Full review

"The World War II Memorial was dedicated on May 29, 2004 and commemorates the service and sacrifice of Americans in the war." Full review

"The memorial pays homage to the more than 400,000 Americans who lost their lives... it also stands as a testament to all those who served in the American Armed Forces." Full review

"Often overlooked monument."

"An unassuming, powerful monument north of the U.S. Capitol bears witness to the resilience of Japanese Americans during a time of grave injustice. " Full review

"An overlooked memorial honoring the local Washington residents who died in World War I. " Full review

"A circle of 56 pilings (representing the then 56 U.S. states and territories) looks over the Rainbow Pool. At night, with lights shining, this memorial can be quite ethereal." Full review

"Commemorates the 16 million Americans who served in the Second World War. Two arched pavilions composed of commemorative columns evoke the USA's theatres of operation: the Atlantic and the Pacific." Full review

"This symmetrically designed monument, in a parklike setting between the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, honors the 16 million Americans who served in the armed forces, the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort at home." Full review

"Designed by Friedrich St. Florian and funded mostly by private donations, the memorial fits nicely into the landscape." Full review