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Korean War Veterans Memorial

Monument and Memorial Site

Southwest Washington, Washington

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Ranked #5 for monuments in Washington Mall
"... the granite slabs and soldier's faces."(7 Tips)
"Pay your respects to the soldiers that lost their life for freedom."(5 Tips)
"Wouldn't recommend bringing your children here when sunset falls."(3 Tips)
"All 19 stainless steel soldiers are dressed in full combat gear."(2 Tips)

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HISTORYJuly 13, 2012
Dedicated in 1995, this memorial honors the U.S. military members who served in the Korean War (1950-53). More than 54,000 Americans were killed, while more than 100,000 others were wounded.
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Paul SimpsonSeptember 16, 2013
The statues look especially ghostlike at night. Almost like those who made the ultimate sacrifice are right there beside you.
IWalked Audio ToursSeptember 8, 2012
19 stainless steel statues. Each measures 7’3”-7’6” tall & weighs 1000 lbs each. 164' long black granite wall has sandblasted onto it over 2,400 actual photos from war. More site info via<LINK> Read more
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Nico ParkerFebruary 12, 2019
This is a great memorial. It's definitely worth a visit (especially if you enjoy history) though it is pretty solemn.
_November 6, 2014
The triangular structure of this memorial is amazing. All 19 stainless steel soldiers are dressed in full combat gear.
Alan BruceDecember 3, 2011
This is a beautiful monument! One of the least talked about but it's worth a visit
C-SPANSeptember 21, 2010
19 Statues: 14 Army, 2 Marines, 1 Navy, 1 Air Force. Each weighs~1,000 lbs. Reflected on the wall it creates the image of a total of 38 statues, symbolic of the 38th Parallel & 38 months of the war. Read more
Ron JeramiahAugust 5, 2018
A great and beautiful memorial that pays tribute to the Korean War and its veterans
SkifchikJune 4, 2016
The Americans did not forget his soldiers! And that is great!
Sean MillerDecember 29, 2017
Very moving memorial, especially at night. Bless all those who sacrificed all to protect our country.
Trust for the National MallNovember 19, 2013
We hope you enjoyed your visit to the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Please join the Trust for the National Mall as we preserve this iconic park for future generations. Read more
KarenAugust 14, 2022
All the statues are quite frightening at night. Wouldn't recommend bringing your children here when sunset falls.
Tom NealJuly 6, 2015
Really nice reflective place to walk around and take in the atmosphere and remember those who gave their lives
Aaron SmithMay 13, 2015
Great serene place. Very moving. At times creepy. Don't miss this!
Amy CummingsNovember 12, 2018
Head here on Veterans Day to see some touching tributes.
Eden EssSeptember 23, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Come at night, walk to the wall first, then focus on the statues.
Kevin FarmMarch 29, 2013
One of the most powerful, haunting, awesome memorial I have ever seen
Ellen S. P.December 24, 2015
This memorial is best seen at night, where the faint light reflects off the granite slabs and soldier's faces.
Ann OsipovaJune 1, 2017
RIP to all who were killed in the Korean War
David OhOctober 2, 2011
If you can, take the free tour given by the park rangers!
Doug WMarch 1, 2017
Visit it at night, it's takes on a whole other dimension after dark.
Mike BarkerOctober 4, 2014
Best time to view this monument is at dusk. Very powerful. 🇺🇸
Joey GarciaDecember 29, 2017
In 1953 when the Korean Armistice Agreement was signed, the fighting stopped, but not the war. Technically, the Korean War is not over, and the fighting can start at anytime.
EricJune 5, 2015
One of the better memorials right near the mall and everything else
Katie WillardJune 21, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Beautiful trees to sit in the shade of as you stare at the pool.
Goksel TanNovember 26, 2017
Memorial for all the participating nations in the war
Zach RApril 20, 2015
My favorite of all the war memorials. Captures the essence of what the men who served experienced.
BoBB ChoateJune 24, 2013
My Dad carried a BAR!¡!
Julie Saccocia-augustineAugust 6, 2012
My father was in the korean war. This is awesome
Samantha CastagnaMarch 28, 2013
Incredibly touching memorial and very thought provoking.
Joel SchwartzAugust 20, 2013
Picture yourself in the rice patties.
Apostolos SamarasSeptember 29, 2017
The drawings on the marble were AMAZING. Freedom is not free.
ChingFebruary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Look around you, there are always living veterans from every conflict gathered at this memorial.
Tobye NelsonJuly 13, 2012
Go at night w/high expectations… VERY moving.
Sukil YoonJuly 24, 2014
Thank you for your sacrifice. Thanks to you, I am living in a free country and enjoying democracy
Yasaman MahdianJuly 18, 2019
Feels hunting in the dark! 😅
Karl WarrenJanuary 21, 2015
this is a memorial for those that fought in the "forgotten"war
Eddie YetiFebruary 11, 2013
My favorite DC memorial
Todd GerberMay 15, 2012
Bring your children...teach them about sacrifice.
 Deon ParconMarch 9, 2012
Awesome during night time
ianJune 8, 2011
164 feet long and 100 tons of polished granite with more than 2500 photographic images of troops that supported the soldiers fighting the war sandblasted onto the wall.
JustinAugust 7, 2014
A Memorial with an breathtaking impression
Jinnie LNovember 15, 2014
one of the most powerful memorial I've seen.. breathtaking impression
Kirill KukuruzaNovember 8, 2015
Memorial to the veterans of the Korean War
Dana PortnoyAugust 26, 2014
eternity pool lots of shaded area
Laura SwiftSeptember 15, 2013
Definitely worth seeing.
Jeffery JonesJune 26, 2017
They represent those who died in the war well.
Brad ArmentroutJuly 13, 2012
As said by many others, come at night if at all possible. A true testament to Freedom is Never Free. God speed warrior's.
RasmusMay 7, 2013
The South Korea president was here the day before I visited.
Tian FangMay 1, 2015
Very impressive sculptures. R.I.P.

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