Vietnam War Memorial: The Wall in Washington, D.C. by Maya Ying Lin

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The Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C., designed by Maya Ying Lin, is a granite monument honoring U.S. service members who died in the Vietnam War. Located near the Lincoln Memorial, it features the names of over 58,000 fallen soldiers etched into its reflective surface. Since its dedication in 1982, it has become a powerful site for remembrance and reflection. The memorial is accessible via the Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro station.