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What World War II Monuments Tell Us About Our History and Ourselves

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Prisoners of History: What Monuments to World War II Tell Us About Our History and Ourselves

by Keith Lowe

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The National World War II Memorial

The National World War II Memorial is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was dedicated in 2004 to commemorate the over 400,000 American servicemen and women who died in the war. The memorial is made up of 56 granite pillars, each representing one of the U.S. states and territories that participated in the war. The pillars are arranged in a circle around a reflecting pool. At the center of the pool is a bronze statue of a soldier. The National World War II Memorial is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by Americans during the war. It is also a symbol of the unity and strength of the American people in the face of adversity.

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial

The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is located in Colleville-sur-Mer, France. It was dedicated in 1956 to commemorate the over 9,300 American servicemen who died in the D-Day landings and the subsequent Battle of Normandy. The cemetery is made up of over 9,000 white marble headstones, each representing one of the fallen soldiers. The memorial is located at the top of a hill overlooking the beach where the landings took place. The Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial is a somber reminder of the cost of war. It is also a place of pilgrimage for families and friends of the fallen soldiers.

The Iwo Jima Memorial

The Iwo Jima Memorial is located in Arlington, Virginia. It was dedicated in 1954 to commemorate the over 6,800 American servicemen who died in the Battle of Iwo Jima. The memorial is made up of a bronze statue of six Marines raising the American flag on Mount Suribachi. The statue is based on a famous photograph taken during the battle. The Iwo Jima Memorial is a symbol of the courage and sacrifice of the American people during the war. It is also a reminder of the high cost of victory.

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial

The Hiroshima Peace Memorial is located in Hiroshima, Japan. It was built in 1955 to commemorate the victims of the atomic bomb that was dropped on the city in 1945. The memorial is made up of a large concrete dome that was partially destroyed by the bomb. The dome is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Hiroshima Peace Memorial is a reminder of the horrors of war and the importance of peace. It is also a symbol of the resilience of the human spirit.

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is located in Poland. It was built on the site of the former Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. The museum tells the story of the Holocaust and the millions of people who were murdered by the Nazis. The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum is a reminder of the darkest chapter in human history. It is also a testament to the strength of the human spirit in the face of evil.

World War II monuments are powerful reminders of the sacrifices made by millions of people during the war. They also provide us with insights into the history of the war and the impact it had on our world. By visiting these monuments, we can learn from the past and work to ensure that such a war never happens again.

Prisoners of History: What Monuments to World War II Tell Us About Our History and Ourselves

by Keith Lowe

4.5 out of 5