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To Help Build the WWII Memorial
Just as all Americans helped win it, all Americans can help remember
World War II.
If you would like to help complete the memorial, you can do so by contributing the the World War II Memorial Society. You will find complete information on this World War II Memorial Society Web page. Tax-exempt donations can be made online here, by calling toll-free 1-800-639-4WW2 anytime, or by printing and mailing this form.
(Charitable contributions to the National World War II Memorial Campaign are tax-exempt under Section 170(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code.)
More WWII Memorial Resources
World War II Memorial Concept
The architects' conception of the message of the memorial and how it will be expressed on the ground.World War II Memorial Site Details
Detailed site information from the World War II Memorial project Web site.World War II Memorial Design
Photos of the memorial model taken from a visitor's perspective show exactly how the finished product will look. From the World War II Memorial project Web site.American Battle Monument Commission
Established by Congress at the request of General John J. Pershing to honor the accomplishments of the American Armed Forces where they have served since World War I.Public Law 103-32
Signed by President Clinton on May 25, 1993, this is the bill originally authorizing construction of the WWII Memorial.
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American War Dead
The American Battle Monument Commission maintains this list honoring every American who has given their life in battle. Includes lists from the Mexican War, Civil War, Spanish-American War, WWI, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam.Day of Honor 2000
The Day of Honor 2000 Project is a call for nationwide observances to honor the service of African Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanic Americans in World War II.Dear Home: Letters from WWII
The History Channel provides a glimpse of what life was like for soldiers during World War II by reading some of their letters home - there's even one written on Hitler's personal stationery.
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