Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials, Washington, DC
If you’re planning a trip to Washington, DC, you are probably already excited about seeing the many wonderful museums and monuments located there. Be sure to plan to spend some time at two of the most moving memorials in the District of Columbia: the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Many people are familiar with images of the Vietnam and Korean War Veterans memorials, yet nothing compares with seeing them in person. You will be astounded when faced with the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall for the first time. It seems impossible to imagine the more than 58,000 individuals whose names are etched on the Wall. Yet, as you read names that sound familiar, or those that even resemble your own, the Memorial Wall quickly becomes something personal. It becomes an important tribute to real men and women who served in the conflict. The Korean War Veterans Memorial has a powerful personal impact at first sight. Whether you have seen photos of the 19 American soldiers depicted in the Memorial or not, you will be in awe of their life-like appearance. A visit to the Korean War Veterans Memorial is an experience you will remember in vivid detail.