Women in Military Service for America Memorial
- Women in Military Service for America Memorial
, 1997.
The Ceremonial Entrance was originally dedicated in 1932, when the Arlington Memorial Bridge opened, but was never actually completed or maintained. It was modified to include a reflecting pool, engraved glass panels on its roof and other changes.
Inside is an museum area featuring exhibits on women in the military and military history, an education center and small theater.
External links
* [http://www.womensmemorial.org/ Women In Military Service For America Memorial Foundation's Web site]
* U.S. National Park Service Web site: [http://www.nps.gov/archive/gwmp/wimsa.htm Women In Military Service For America Memorial]
* Arlington National Cemetery Web site: [http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/womens.htm Women In Military Service For America Memorial]
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