The combatants Overseas, Military memorial in Belém, Portugal
The Combatants Overseas memorial is a military monument in Belém composed of two intersecting pillars that rise above an eternal flame. The walls feature approximately 180 bronze plates with names of fallen soldiers carefully engraved into the metal surface.
The memorial was created to honor Portuguese soldiers who died between 1961 and 1974 when Portugal fought to maintain control of its African territories. This conflict eventually led to the fall of the colonial government and independence for those nations.
This site serves as a place where people come to pay respects and remember those who were lost. Visitors often spend quiet moments reading the inscribed names and leaving flowers.
The memorial is located at the western edge of Belém near the Tower of Belém and remains open daily without entrance restrictions. Visitors can stop by at any time for personal reflection.
The memorial was built after the conflict ended and stands just steps away from the historic Belém Tower and fortress. This proximity connects two very different chapters of Portuguese history in a single location.
Location: Belém
Operator: Câmara Municipal de Lisboa
GPS coordinates: 38.69272,-9.21801
Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:03
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