American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial
American Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial, National memorial for disabled veterans in Washington, D.C., United States
The memorial features a star-shaped fountain with an eternal flame, a triangular reflecting pool, and glass panels displaying photographs of veterans.
Congress approved the memorial in 2000, leading to its construction and dedication by President Barack Obama on October 5, 2014.
Forty-eight glass panels present personal stories and quotations from veterans, emphasizing their experiences through military service and subsequent life changes.
The memorial sits near the Capitol Building, with closest Metro access at Federal Center SW and Capitol South stations on Blue, Orange, and Silver lines.
Each glass panel weighs 1,800 pounds and contains specialized engineering to withstand hurricane-force winds while displaying veteran narratives.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Website: https://nps.gov/nama/planyourvisit/american-veterans-disabled-for-life.htm
GPS coordinates: 38.88641,-77.01308
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:31
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