Overview

Hype:

The U.S. National World War II Memorial is a national memorial dedicated to Americans who served in the armed forces and as civilians during World War II. Consisting of 56 pillars and a pair of small triumphal arches surrounding a plaza and fountain, it is located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

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Fees: None

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Features:
  • Memorials
  • Military
  • Monuments
  • No Drinking Water
  • No Restrooms
  • Road Access is Paved
  • Access Road is 2WD Accessible
  • Gardens

Getting There

Navigate to 38.889439, -77.040565.

Location

Closest City or Region: Washington, DC

Coordinates: 38.889439, -77.040565

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February 4, 2013 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Madilyn Dye,

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