World War II Memorial

The men and women in military service in World War II are honored for serving in the largest war in human history, a conflict marked by the greatest toll in lives, treasure, and suffering. They acted with greater strength than they thought they possessed, saw beyond fear and suffering to the hope of a good life for themselves and others, and did their duty with quiet valor. Their commitment to their nation and countrymen preserved freedom for future generations, and their sacrifice is honored by accepting their hopes of individual freedom and mutual respect as a continuing responsibility. Sacred soil placed at the center of the World War II Memorial and under the Tags of Honor came from cemeteries where members of the armed forces rest, including Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia, Leavenworth National Cemetery, Fort Scott National Cemetery, Fort Dodge Kansas Veteran's Cemetery, Wakeeney Kansas Veteran's Cemetery, Winfield Kansas Veteran's Cemetery, Fort Riley, and a number of private cemeteries. This hallowed ground honors the many valiant men and women who served to protect the country and ensure freedom. The permanent recognition also honors Kansas State University veterans who served in World War II.

Manhattan, Kansas · United States