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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, War memorial in Bucharest, Romania

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier holds the remains of an unidentified Romanian soldier, representing 225,000 casualties from World War I.

In 1923, twelve-year-old war orphan Amilcar Sandulescu selected one coffin among ten unidentified soldiers during a ceremony at Marasesti church.

The memorial features an eternal flame and military guards who perform ceremonial changes, embodying national respect for military sacrifices.

Located in Carol Park of Bucharest, the monument welcomes visitors daily and hosts official ceremonies during national holidays and commemorative events.

The United States War Department awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor to the Romanian Unknown Soldier in June 1923.

GPS coordinates: 44.41152,26.09680

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:33

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