Vietnam Memorial Monument

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial, commonly called the Vietnam Memorial, is a U. S. National memorial in washington, d. C. , honoring service …

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Jan 31, 2025
The memorial is located in the Constitution Gardens, on the Lincoln Memorial end. The long black wall is described with names. There is a single path along it so it can get packed if busy. Full review by Acineto
Dec 5, 2024
A very sombre memorial. The place really brings home the sacrifice that the USA made in fighting this war. Very clean. Visiting in December meant that we had the place to ourselves. Felt very safe. I… Full review by F1LoverAnn
Aug 8, 2024
Beautiful place in honor to the falling soldiers. Arround a beautiful parcel in the green. It’s good for a long walk. Grat for my self Full review by greatestoveralltime
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When most people think of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (VVM), they typically envision the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall…
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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a 2-acre (8,000 m²) national memorial in Washington, DC. It honors U.S. service members of the U.…
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The touching memorial originally (in 1982, when it was installed) consisted of only the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Later on, two more …
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Located:Washington, D.C., U.S.
Area:2 acres (0.81 ha)
Established:November 13, 1982
Architect:Maya Lin
Visitors:3,799,968 (in 2006)

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I'm a veteran, I'd like to visit the wall in DC on my way back home
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Are Support dogs allowed at The Wall ??
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The memorial is in a park so I think you can bring a support dog as long as its on a leash. I would bring a bag as well to clean up after the dog should it be needed.
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Can you bring your dog here by the wall?
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Yes. We saw dogs all around in the open areas of the mall.
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Hi, How long do you recommend you allow for a visit? Thanks Bev
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For us a 1/2 hour was more than enough although I did not know of any Vietnam Vets, so there wasn't that personal connection. I did read many of the notes left, and they are …
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For us a 1/2 hour was more than enough although I did not know of any Vietnam Vets, so there wasn't that personal connection. I did read many of the notes left, and they are very moving. I'll add photos to my review.
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closest Metro station
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I think the Vietnam memorial is between the Foggy Bottom (GWU) and Smithsonian metro stops.
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Why can't I wade in the Rainbow Pool?
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For reasons of safety and respect. The pool contains many lights and sharp fountain heads that could injure visitors. American and Allied victories are celebrated here as are the...
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