Vietnam Women’s Memorial

monument, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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The Vietnam Women's Memorial is a bronze sculpture located near the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Unveiled in 1993, it honors the more than 10,000 women who served in Vietnam. The sculpture depicts three women caring for an injured soldier, recognizing their contributions and sacrifices during the war. It stands as a significant addition to the memorials on the National Mall, acknowledging the vital, though often overlooked, role of women in the conflict.1

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In 1993 the Vietnam Women’s Memorial was unveiled a short distance from the wall. The bronze sculpture, depicting three women caring for an injured soldier, recognized the work of the more than 10,000 women who served in Vietnam.
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In 1993 the Vietnam Women’s Memorial was unveiled a short distance from the wall. The bronze sculpture, depicting three women caring for an injured soldier, recognized the work of the more than 10,000 women who served in Vietnam.
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