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Maya Lin's design for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was controversial primarily due to its unconventional and minimalist approach, which contrasted sharply with traditional monuments. Critics argued that the sunken black granite wall, inscribed with the names of the fallen, was too somber and lacked the heroic imagery typically associated with war memorials. Additionally, some veterans felt it did not adequately honor their service, leading to debates about its artistic merit and emotional impact. Despite the initial backlash, the memorial has since become a revered site for remembrance and healing.
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Is it true that the first 200 names on the Vietnam memorial wall were there because the people were missing?
On the site: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall; the information column will explain those names.
How did the American people honor the service of Vietnam veteran's?
they built a memorial in Washington DC
Why was the Vietnam war memorial built in DC?
First of all, the name is the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It is not a memorial to war. It is a memorial to those who were called to serve. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors all American military persons who served in the war and specifically names the 58,260 who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Eight were women. It was built in Washington, DC because that is the capital of the USA. A group of Vietnam War veterans organized getting government approval to build on a US National Park but the money to build it was donated by the general public. They recognized that the bitterness and confusion about the war left relatives and friends of the fallen without a sense of pride. Anti-war protesters of the time frequently blamed the war on those who were called to serve. More details are on the web site, see the link below.
Where did the Vietnam Veterans Memorial black granite come from?
The black granite used for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was sourced from quarries in India. It was chosen for its durability and reflective qualities, allowing visitors to see their own reflections as they pay their respects to the fallen soldiers.
Why is the Vietnam memorial so important?
its important because it is
Why were veterans denied access to the Vietnam Memorial until after President Obama gave his speech on Memorial Day?
Everyone who did not get an invitation to the speech was denied access not just veterans. This is because Presidents are prime targets for assination. Thus, the Secret Service restricts access to the President by requiring people to obtain invitations and securing the area around the President.
Is memorial supposed to be capitol or lower case M?
The word "memorial" is typically written in lowercase unless it is part of a proper noun or title. For example, you would write "the memorial service" in lowercase, but "Vietnam Veterans Memorial" would be capitalized because it is a specific name. Always consider the context in which the word is used to determine the correct capitalization.
Why do people get confused with Memorial Day and Veterans Day?
Because frankly, they are stupid.
What was one reason for the creation of the vietnam veterans memorial?
During the '70's, an era when EVERYBODY wanted to forget the war...Viet Vet Jan Scruggs, formerly an infantryman in Vietnam, wanted the United States to "Remember" the men who died in Vietnam; since no one else wanted to.So he gathered other Vietnam Vets, and lobbied Congress for a plot of land to place a monument. They then gathered PRIVATE donations. With the land & the funding, they ran a design competition-which resulted in one of the most arresting and compelling memorials in Washington DC. The wall was built & dedicated in 1982.According to the National Parks Service:Deliberately setting aside the controversies of the war, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who served when their Nation called upon them. The designer, Maya Lin, felt that "the politics had eclipsed the veterans, their service and their lives." She kept the design elegantly simple to "allow everyone to respond and remember.The memorial's construction and related issues have been the source of controversies, some of which have resulted in additions to the memorial complex. The memorial currently consists of three separate parts: the Three Soldiers statue, the Vietnam Women's Memorial, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, which is the best-known part of the memorial.
How were Vietnam veterans mistreated when they returned home?
because of the job they have done and their personality has changed
Should you make fun of Memorial Day and Veterans day?
The answer is no because we should not disrespect our soldiers.
Explain what is koren war veterans memorial?
When the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial Wall went up in '82, the Women Viet Vets wanted one too, so they built the Women Vietnam Memorial next to it, "the Nurses". Then someone added the three "infantrymen" statue (Note: this is not in chronological order). Then someone didn't like the name "war" and the name Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall was accepted; Then the Korean War veterans wanted a memorial, so an artist was commissioned to make one; a squad or platoon of infantrymen (all standing) and walking on patrol; all constructed of bronze (?)...it's very different from many other memorials; appears to be of an original or at least a unique in concept design. Shortly thereafter, or around the same time frame, someone wanted a WWII memorial built...which was surprising; because most United States citizens always believed we already had one! The United States Marines raising the flag on Iwo Jima! Turns out that was a monument to the Marine Corps; many people didn't know that (many probably still don't). So we built a WWII memorial too. But we shall save the best for last; the Vietnam "War Dog" Memorial (probably called "K9" memorial). There was talk of one some time ago; The US Army didn't keep records until after 1968 in Vietnam, but approximately 5,000 US military working dogs (war dogs) served in the war; about 10,000 US servicemen worked as "dog-handlers" in Vietnam, and 73 of them, plus 43 war dogs were killed in Vietnam. If "man" has to have memorials dedicated to him, certainly "his best friend" should have one too!
