The Vietnam War Memorial

The Vietnam War Memorial, located in Washington, D.C., honors the U.S. servicemen and women who fought and died in the Vietnam War. Designed by architect Maya Lin and opened in 1982, the memorial features a polished black granite wall inscribed with the names of over 58,000 soldiers. The wall is arranged chronologically, reflecting the timeline of the war from 1959 to 1975. It serves as a place for remembrance and reflection, providing families and friends a way to honor their loved ones and acknowledge the complex legacy of the war in American history.