World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million who served in the armed forces of the U.S., the more than 400,000 who died, and all who supported the war effort from home. Symbolic of the defining event of the 20 Century, the memorial is a monument to the spirit, sacrifice, and commitment of the American people. The Second World War is the only 20th Century event commemorated on the National Mall's central axis.
The memorial opened to the public on April 29, 2004 and was dedicated one month later on May 29. It is located on 17th Street, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, and is flanked by the Washington Monument to the east and the Lincoln Memorial to the west. The memorial is now operated by the National Park Service and is open to visitors 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
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Atlantic Pavilion
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World War II Memorial, Baldacchino in Atlantic Pavilion
Both the Atlantic and Pacific Theater Pavilions feature baldacchinos, which include bronze American eagles holding a victory wreath.
Baldachin, also Baldacchino: a ceremonial canopy of stone, metal, or fabric over an altar, throne, or doorway.
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World War II Memorial, one of many plaques
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World War II Memorial, fountain and Washington Monument
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