World War I Memorial • District of Columbia

General Pershing Statue

An elevated platform overlooks the World War I Memorial

Image of the WWI Memorial under Renovation

Peace Fountain

Soldiers Journey

A grateful nation honors the service, valor, courage and sacrifice of the 4.7 million American sons and daughters who served in the Great War.

Image of the General Pershing Statue within the Memorial
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The Belvedere is the conceptual center of the World War I Memorial, providing a commanding view of its major features.
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Image of the WWI Memorial under Renovation
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Image of the Peace Fountain within the Memorial
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Image of the mock up of the soon to be installed Bronze.
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Sculpture of General John J. Pershing

Learn about the nation's tribute to the men and women who served in World War I.

An engraved quote at the World War I Memorial

Located on historic Pennsylvania Ave adjacent to the Treasury Department, the World War I Memorial is open 24 hours a day.

A model and sculptor work on the bas relief for the World War I Memoria.

Discover the features of the World War I Memorial and learn how they honor the more than two million Doughboys who deployed "Over There."

Cascading water behind a quote about World War I.

Images of the World War I Memorial.

Under construction

A brief overview of World War I and the role of the United States in bringing it to an end.

Last updated: May 15, 2024

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