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The Marine Corps War Memorial is a monument located in Arlington, Virginia, United States. Dedicated on November 10, 1954, it is based on the iconic photograph of the Iwo Jima flag raising during World War II. The bronze statue stands 32 feet tall, with a flagpole reaching 60 feet.
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The memorial was designed by sculptor Felix de Weldon and architect Horace W. Peaslee. It honors all U.S. Marine Corps personnel who died in service since 1775. Situated near Arlington National Cemetery, the site is accessible via public transportation and offers views of Washington, D.C. The memorial’s base is engraved with the names of principal engagements of the U.S. Marine Corps.