Meuse-Argonne American Memorial
Meuse-Argonne American Memorial, War memorial in Montfaucon-d'Argonne, France
Description
The memorial features a 71-meter granite column in Doric style with a statue at its peak representing liberty. An observation platform sits at the top, reached by an internal staircase of 234 steps.
History
The memorial was dedicated in 1937 to honor the victory of the American First Army in the Meuse-Argonne offensive of 1918. It stands as a tribute to one of the largest and bloodiest battles involving American forces.
Culture
The inscriptions inside tell the story of the soldiers who fought in this region and remain visible to visitors today. Walking around the base, you can read the names and details carved into the stone walls.
Practical
Climbing to the observation platform involves roughly 234 steps and should be attempted in good physical condition. The views from above show the former battlefield and surrounding countryside from multiple angles.
Did you know?
This stands as the largest American World War I memorial in all of Europe and was designed by renowned architect John Russell Pope. Its neoclassical form follows traditional European monument styles, setting it apart from other American war memorials.
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