Tank memorial

The Tank Memorial in Antwerp displays military vehicles on an elevated platform with commemorative plaques honoring those who defended the city in World War II. The equipment and bronze plaques together tell the story of the units involved in the city's protection.

During World War II, this location served as a strategic point where U.S. Army Air Defense units protected Antwerp's port from German V-1 flying bombs. This aerial defense role was crucial to keeping the vital harbor safe.

The memorial brings together local residents and veterans each year to honor those who died defending the city during wartime. These gatherings show how the community keeps that memory alive today.

The memorial sits at the intersection of Rubenslei and Route N184, within easy walking distance from central Antwerp. The site offers clear sightlines of the vehicles and plaques from most angles.

The plaques name specific U.S. Army units that participated in the defense, allowing visitors to trace which exact troops were stationed here. This level of detail makes it meaningful for those researching military history or family connections to the units.

Location: Antwerp

Address: Jan Van Rijswijcklaan

GPS coordinates: 51.19247,4.39926

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:02