"We were young, they say. We died. Remember us."
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.
Welcome to the World War I Memorial!
Learn about the nation's tribute to the men and women who served in World War I.
Plan Your Visit
Located on historic Pennsylvania Ave adjacent to the Treasury Department, the World War I Memorial is open 24 hours a day.
History and Culture
Discover the features of the World War I Memorial and learn how they honor the more than two million Doughboys who deployed "Over There."
Photos Gallery
Images of the World War I Memorial.
The War to End All Wars
A brief overview of World War I and the role of the United States in bringing it to an end.
Last updated: December 20, 2023