National Iwo Jima Memorial, War memorial in Newington, Connecticut, United States.
The National Iwo Jima Memorial features a bronze sculpture depicting six Marines raising the American flag during the Battle of Iwo Jima.
The memorial was constructed to honor the Marines who fought at Iwo Jima and includes inscriptions of Connecticut service members who died in the Pacific.
Bronze figures stand 32 feet tall on a granite base, symbolizing the determination and valor of United States Marine Corps personnel.
Visitors can access the memorial site throughout the year, with illumination at night creating strong visual contrasts against the bronze surfaces.
The memorial incorporates sand from Iwo Jima's beaches and stone from Mount Suribachi in its foundation, connecting it directly to the battle site.
GPS coordinates: 41.69823,-72.75852
Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:50
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