Brooklyn War Memorial, War memorial in Cadman Plaza, Brooklyn, United States.
The granite and limestone monument features two high relief figures representing victory and family, stretching upward to 24 feet in Cadman Plaza.
The monument, dedicated in November 1951, displays the names of 11,000 Brooklyn residents who died during World War II between 1941 and 1945.
The memorial stands as a central gathering place for veteran ceremonies and contains inscriptions honoring the service of Brooklyn residents during World War II.
Visitors must schedule appointments through the parks department to view the interior plaques listing the names of World War II veterans.
The memorial requires approximately 20 million dollars in renovations to restore its functionality and improve accessibility for current and future generations.
Location: Kings County
GPS coordinates: 40.69861,-73.99083
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:31
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