Veterans Day
Please join the Veterans Day Council of Indianapolis in celebrating Veterans Day Sunday, November 10, 2024 and Monday, November 11, 2024. Veterans Day Reception: The Veterans Day Reception & Awards…
Indiana’s rich military history comes alive as you explore the Indiana War Memorial Museum and see the tattered flag of the 15th Indiana Infantry Regiment, stroll along the lush green space at the Veterans Memorial Plaza or sit intently listening to the stories of bravery at the Medal of Honor Memorial. Experiencing these historic landmarks enables us to honor the generations of Hoosiers who defend freedom around the world.
The Indiana War Memorials Foundation is proud to support the museum, monuments and memorials that form the Indiana War Memorial Plaza Historic District—a National Historic Landmark District that is also on the National Register of Historic Places. No other city in the United States maintains as many acres dedicated to honoring veterans. Only Washington D.C. has more monuments dedicated to veterans and military conflicts. These historic treasures give us a concrete and meaningful way to ensure that the sacrifices of Hoosier veterans are remembered forever.
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With 25 acres filled with one museum, three parks and various monuments and memorials, Indianapolis ranks first in the nation in the number of acres dedicated to honoring our veterans, and second only to Washington D.C. in the number of monuments.
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Lucy Higgs Nichols was born in 1838, in her early 20s Lucy escaped slavery and joined the 23rd Indiana Infantry Regiment in Tennessee as their nurse.
Learn more about the life of Lucy Higgs Nichols, her dedication to the 23rd Regiment and how she is honored today for her sacrifice.
https://www.indianawarmemorials.org/2022/02/07/stories-of-service-the-life-of-lucy-higgs-nichols/
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Did you know the Soldiers and Sailors Monument is 284 feet, 6 inches tall? That is only 15 feet shorter than the Statue of Liberty.
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Located on the east side of the American Legion Mall, the World War II Memorial consists of a half-circle of granite and limestone that features excerpts from Hoosier soldiers’ letters home to friends and family.
Opposite the half circle stands a freestanding column that lists the order of campaigns, major theaters, and operations of WWII.
Stop by some time and check it out.
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Commemorate your Veteran`s legacy by purchasing a Brick of Honor from the Indiana War Memorials Foundation.
The Brick of Honor will be placed at the foot of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument come spring of 2025, creating a lasting tribute to your veteran`s service and sacrifice in the heart of Indianapolis.
Learn more about purchasing a brick: https://www.indianawarmemorials.org/commemorate/.
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On this day we honor four military chaplains who died on February 3, 1943 when the USAT Dorchester sank.
To learn more about Chaplains Day and the four men who lost their lives, visit: https://www.legion.org/honor/244436/guidelines-honoring-four-chaplains
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On this day, in 1901, the Army Nurse Corps was established. Did you know the Museum at the Indiana War Memorial has an extensive exhibit regarding the nurses of World War I, including original uniforms? The Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9a.m. to 5p.m. Admission is free.
For those interested, take a listen to the official anthem of the @USArmNurseCorps as we salute their service. https://history.amedd.army.mil/ANCWebsite/ancsong/ancsong.mp3
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Today is National Freedom Day. The United States is home of the free, because of the brave. Our gratitude to those who have and are still serving America to protect the freedoms we cherish.
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Commemorate your Veteran`s legacy this spring with a Brick of Honor from the Indiana War Memorials Foundation.
The Brick of Honor will be placed at the foot of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, creating a lasting tribute to your veteran`s service and sacrifice in the heart of Indianapolis.
Please visit https://www.indianawarmemorials.
