Monument to the dead of World War II

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Monument to the dead of World War II, War memorial in Flamengo Park, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The monument extends across three levels, featuring a 31-meter elevated platform, an underground mausoleum, and a museum displaying military artifacts.

The monument, inaugurated on August 5, 1960, holds the remains of 467 Brazilian soldiers who lost their lives during World War II in Italy.

The memorial integrates various art pieces, including a metal sculpture representing the Brazilian Air Force and granite statues honoring military service members.

The monument welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Sunday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, offering guided tours through its exhibition spaces.

Every first Sunday of June, August, and October, the monument hosts a ceremonial guard change involving all three branches of Brazilian military forces.

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Opening Hours: Dienstag-Sonntag 09:00-17:00

Phone: +552122401283

Email: comsoc.mnmsgm@gmail.com

Website: http://mnmsgm.ensino.eb.br

GPS coordinates: -22.91663,-43.17346

Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:00

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