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      • Construction on the World War 2 memorial commenced in September 2001 and was first open ot the public on April 29 th, 2004. It was officially dedicated on Saturday, May 29 th, 2004 and became part of the National Park System on November 1 st, 2004.
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  2. The memorial was constructed between 2001 and 2004 and opened to the public on April 29, 2004; its official dedication took place a month later, on May 29. National World War II Memorial. Aerial view of the National World War II Memorial, Washington, D.C.

  3. World War II Memorial. /  38.88944°N 77.04056°W  / 38.88944; -77.04056. The World War II Memorial is a national memorial in the United States [1] [2] dedicated to Americans who served in the armed forces and as civilians during World War II. It is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

  4. History & Culture. The World War II Memorial honors the service of 16 million members of the Armed Forces of the United States of America, the support of countless millions on the home front, and the ultimate sacrifice of 405,399 Americans. On May 29, 2004, a four-day “grand reunion” of veterans on the National Mall culminated in the ...

  5. President Clinton signed Public Law 103-32 on May 25, 1993, authorizing the American Battle Monuments Commission (ABMC) to establish a World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C., or its environs. It is the first national memorial dedicated to all who served during World War II and acknowledging the commitment and achievement of the entire nation.

  6. Aug 19, 1999 · Together, the arches and wreaths are symbolic of valor and the ultimate victory. A framework of copper alloy and stone flanks the arches and symbolizes the unity and strength of the nation. The overall design allows for the retention of the current lines of sight from beneath the canopy of elms. A central ceremonial area will be situated at the ...

  7. The Second World War is the only 20th Century event commemorated on the National Mall’s central axis. Visiting the Memorial The memorial opened to the public on April 29, 2004 and was dedicated one month later on May 29.

  8. Nov 24, 2020 · The memorial was constructed between 2001 and 2004 and opened to the public on April 29, 2004; its official dedication took place a month later, on May 29. The National World War II Memorial today. The National World War II Memorial is a circular fountain surrounded by fifty-six columns and two arches.

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