The architecture of the monument is very detailed. The gold stars over the pool will give you a feeling of sadness for the fallen soldiers. When you walk into the pillars with the birds holding the wreathes you will want to stop and look at the masonry work on the ground and the metalwork above. Every state is listed and... More

Lots of symbolism and history here that was new to me. We had an app for a DC monuments tour that had good background. It explained 'Kilroy was here' and said to look for it around the memorial, and my teens had fun with that. Definitely worth visiting.

I was in DC in 2004 and this memorial was under construction. It was amazing to see it fully constructed. I loved seeing all the states represented and the fountains in the center. It is also neat how one side is the Pacific and the other Atlantic. My grandfather fought in WW II in the pacific and he died before... More

There is a lot of hidden meaning in the symbols at this memorial. I highly suggest a tour guide so you can get the most from the monument. Beautiful during the day, I'm not sure it would translate well at night.

it was a shame that the fountains were turned off due to construction on the day i was there. i would really have liked to see that. still though, the memorial is beautiful and powerful.

We walked around the memorial on a recent visit to Washington. It is quite moving and powerful, and I have no doubt it will be stunning when completed.

This was the "attraction" that I knew would finally ruin the National Mall. It made it better. Go there and appreciate all the things Dad and/or Granddad might not have told you because they were just trying to forget. This war made your life possible. A warm evening in spring and summer here may be one of Washington's most sublime... More

As the newest addition to our family of National Monuments, we can be proud of our "littlest" brother! It is very well done, very peaceful while conveying a sense of strength. It's hard to explain...you just have to go visit, and see it for yourself!

Visited both during the day and at night and enjoyed both visits. A very fitting tribute. If you have someone you are close to that was involved in this war either abroad fighting in the front line or home helping the war effort I recommend you take them to see this memorial before it is too late.