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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:holiday
gptkb:memorial gptkb:bridge gptkb:building gptkb:park |
| gptkbp:accessibility |
Open year-round
public access |
| gptkbp:activities |
gptkb:Community_events
gptkb:Cycling gptkb:Running Bird watching Fitness classes community events events picnicking recreational activities walking picnics |
| gptkbp:added_features |
three additional memorials
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| gptkbp:aired_on |
gptkb:ABC
gptkb:streaming_platforms gptkb:C-SPAN gptkb:CBS gptkb:CNN gptkb:Fox_News gptkb:MSNBC gptkb:NBC gptkb:PBS local news stations international news stations |
| gptkbp:annual_event |
Veterans Day observances
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| gptkbp:architectural_style |
Natural landscape
varies by location |
| gptkbp:area |
1,466 acres
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| gptkbp:art_style |
contemporary
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| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
Maya Lin's other works
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:education
gptkb:historical_narratives gptkb:Vietnam_War gptkb:World_War_I gptkb:World_War_II gptkb:National_Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund gptkb:tourism gptkb:public_art gptkb:military_history gptkb:national_identity gptkb:educational_programs gptkb:historical_preservation gptkb:historical_significance gptkb:recreation gptkb:social_justice community engagement civic engagement local community local history political discourse artistic expression civic responsibility community pride cultural representation cultural memory artistic innovation cultural dialogue grief and loss Memorial Day events national reconciliation peace and healing community healing veteran advocacy public remembrance commemoration practices memorialization practices U. S. military history Maya Lin's education |
| gptkbp:awards |
held in 1980
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| gptkbp:broadcasts |
gptkb:television
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| gptkbp:can_be_found_in |
public parks
national parks college campuses |
| gptkbp:can_be_used_for |
gptkb:community_gatherings
gptkb:fundraising_events art exhibitions ceremonies public speeches |
| gptkbp:can_be_used_to |
gptkb:statues
historical reenactments audio guides memorial gardens |
| gptkbp:can_include |
gptkb:historical_artifacts
gptkb:educational_resources art installations exhibition spaces |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
national pride
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| gptkbp:commemorated_by |
annual ceremonies
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| gptkbp:commemorates |
gptkb:Vietnam_War
gptkb:World_War_I gptkb:veterans members of the armed forces U. S. military personnel Vietnam War casualties |
| gptkbp:community_impact |
local and national pride
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| gptkbp:community_outreach |
workshops and tours
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| gptkbp:community_role |
gptkb:cultural_heritage_site
gptkb:educational_resources social gathering place |
| gptkbp:community_support |
local veterans organizations
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| gptkbp:completed |
gptkb:1982
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| gptkbp:conducted |
Reverend Edward R. Smith
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| gptkbp:conducts_surveys_on |
public opinion on war
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| gptkbp:consecration_date |
November 11, 1982
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| gptkbp:constructed_in |
gptkb:1921
gptkb:Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund gptkb:The_Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund early 20th century local builders 1980-1982 1981 and 1982 polished black granite community remembrance granite slabs |
| gptkbp:contains |
gptkb:Memorial_Park_Golf_Course
gptkb:sports_facilities gptkb:The_Houston_Arboretum_and_Nature_Center Hiking trails Wildlife habitats playgrounds walking trails Various sports facilities Directory of names |
| gptkbp:controversy |
gptkb:Art_Prize
design criticism initial design criticism |
| gptkbp:coordinates |
38.8895° N, 77.0469° W
29.7499° N, 95.4342° W |
| gptkbp:covered_by |
gptkb:media
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired art and literature
influenced memorial design |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
gptkb:American_history
gptkb:military_history gptkb:historical_landmark artistic achievement important historical site symbol of healing |
| gptkbp:date |
June 11, 2004
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| gptkbp:dedicated_to |
gptkb:veterans
fallen soldiers November 13, 1982 November 11, 1982 U. S. service members who fought in the Vietnam War |
| gptkbp:design |
gptkb:Maya_Lin
landscaped gardens water features seating areas reflective surface |
| gptkbp:design_elements |
earthworks
reflective surface V-shaped design |
| gptkbp:designed_by |
gptkb:architect
gptkb:Maya_Lin |
| gptkbp:discovery_year |
November 13, 1982
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| gptkbp:educational_programs |
available for schools
history and impact of Vietnam War |
| gptkbp:encourages |
reflection
community involvement dialogue about war and peace |
| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
gptkb:wildlife
biodiversity climate regulation green space air quality improvement |
| gptkbp:established |
1924
varies by location October 2002 |
| gptkbp:events |
November 10, 1982
November 1982 |
| gptkbp:events_held |
gptkb:community_gatherings
ceremonies memorial services remembrance ceremonies |
| gptkbp:featured_in |
gptkb:tributes
local tourism brochures |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:inscriptions
gptkb:memorials gptkb:Golf_Club gptkb:historical_monuments gptkb:urban_park gptkb:statues gptkb:educational_programs Picnic areas Cycling paths Playgrounds picnic areas playgrounds walking trails fallen soldiers inscribed names reflecting pool plazas artistic elements reflective surface V-shaped design black granite Reflective surface black granite wall plaques Black granite Running trails landscaped surroundings Inscribed names visitor interaction elements |
| gptkbp:first_appearance |
1919
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| gptkbp:funding |
grants
donations private donations public funds |
| gptkbp:has_public_transport |
Metro bus routes
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| gptkbp:has_visitor_center |
gptkb:Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Visitor_Center
gptkb:Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund open since 2007 |
| gptkbp:height |
10 feet
10 meters |
| gptkbp:held_in |
gptkb:Sir_Ronald_Reagan
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
post-Vietnam War era
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
national pride community identity recognition of veterans reflects American history commemoration of wars Dedicated to veterans |
| gptkbp:honors |
gptkb:veterans
U. S. service members of the Vietnam War Yankees executives Ronald Reagan's legacy Yankees players Yankees coaches |
| gptkbp:hosts |
gptkb:lectures
cultural festivals events ceremonial events |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
memorial
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| gptkbp:included_a_video_presentation_of |
Reagan's life
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| gptkbp:included_flags_at_half_staff |
in honor of Ronald Reagan
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| gptkbp:included_historical_footage_of |
Ronald Reagan's presidency
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| gptkbp:included_moment_of_silence |
for Ronald Reagan
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| gptkbp:included_pallbearers_from |
military and government
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| gptkbp:included_personal_reflections_from |
gptkb:family
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| gptkbp:included_readings_from |
Reagan's writings
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| gptkbp:included_remarks_from |
gptkb:political_leaders
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| gptkbp:included_video_tributes_from |
friends and colleagues
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| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:The_Three_Soldiers_statue
gptkb:visitor_center gptkb:educational_resources gptkb:Vietnam_Women's_Memorial parades V-shaped design statues of soldiers statues and plaques Veterans' names wreath laying three separate parts two minutes of silence three additional memorials |
| gptkbp:influenced |
other memorials
public perception of the Vietnam War memorial design trends |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Roman_architecture
Asian art minimalist design modernist architecture Asian aesthetics Vietnam War experiences |
| gptkbp:influences |
local art
future memorials future memorial designs artistic expressions related to war |
| gptkbp:inscription |
over 58,000 names
Names of over 58,000 servicemen and women names of over 58,000 servicemen Lest We Forget The names of over 58,000 servicemen and women |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Maya Lin's design philosophy
future memorials. |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:artwork
other war memorials other veteran memorials |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
personal stories
personal stories of veterans other memorials personal experiences of veterans |
| gptkbp:involvement |
veteran advocacy groups
|
| gptkbp:involves |
community engagement
community events |
| gptkbp:is_a |
gptkb:memorial
|
| gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
sacrifice and service
the wall itself |
| gptkbp:is_a_tribute_to |
Reagan's contributions to America
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| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
remembrance ceremonies
memorialization of war |
| gptkbp:is_attended_by |
gptkb:military_personnel
gptkb:celebrities gptkb:Bill_Clinton gptkb:George_W._Bush gptkb:Jimmy_Carter foreign dignitaries Ronald Reagan's family former First Ladies |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:veterans
national holidays art and literature |
| gptkbp:is_connected_to |
gptkb:public_transport
local traditions community service projects veteran advocacy |
| gptkbp:is_designed_for |
reflection and remembrance
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| gptkbp:is_designed_to |
honor veterans
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| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
gptkb:historical_records
local history books |
| gptkbp:is_funded_by |
private donations
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| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
cultural movements
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| gptkbp:is_located_at |
gptkb:National_Mall,_Washington,_D._C.
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| gptkbp:is_located_in |
gptkb:City
gptkb:shopping_mall |
| gptkbp:is_located_near |
gptkb:Lincoln_Memorial
|
| gptkbp:is_maintained_by |
gptkb:City_Council
gptkb:National_Park_Service local governments volunteers historical societies |
| gptkbp:is_observed_in |
gptkb:Commonwealth_countries
November 11 |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
veterans organizations
civic pride remembrance events |
| gptkbp:is_often_dedicated_to |
specific individuals
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| gptkbp:is_often_featured_in |
gptkb:media_coverage
|
| gptkbp:is_often_involved_in |
commemorative events
|
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
gptkb:City
gptkb:town gptkb:historical_sites universities |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
gptkb:clergy
educational purposes |
| gptkbp:is_open_to |
gptkb:Public
|
| gptkbp:is_organized_by |
gptkb:the_White_House
Reagan family |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund gptkb:memorial educational tours local identity national heritage sites larger complexes American cultural landscape U. S. history |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
gptkb:local_government
gptkb:educational_programs local governments local tourism boards social media |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
important cultural site
iconic landmark iconic structure iconic American landmark |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:American_Institute_of_Architects
gptkb:historical_landmark |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
design excellence
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| gptkbp:is_subject_to |
historical preservation laws
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| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
donations
veteran organizations |
| gptkbp:is_surrounded_by |
walking paths
|
| gptkbp:is_symbolic_of |
national healing
sacrifice and loss healing process national grief |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
ceremonial purposes
memorial services |
| gptkbp:is_visible_from |
main road
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| gptkbp:is_visited_by |
tourists
school groups tourists from around the world millions of people annually veterans and families presidents and dignitaries families of the fallen |
| gptkbp:landmark |
gptkb:Veterans_Memorial
gptkb:The_Playground gptkb:The_Pavilion The Golf Clubhouse The Nature Trails The Arboretum The Picnic Area The Community Garden The Fitness Zone Memorial trees The Dog Park The Nature Center The Sports Complex The Wildlife Sanctuary The Historical Marker The Scenic Overlook The Memorial Park Running Trail |
| gptkbp:length |
246 feet
246.75 feet |
| gptkbp:lighting |
illuminated at night
|
| gptkbp:located_in |
gptkb:Yankee_Stadium
|
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
gptkb:Australia gptkb:Houston gptkb:United_States gptkb:Washington_National_Cathedral various locations |
| gptkbp:location_type |
gptkb:public_space
urban suburban rural |
| gptkbp:maintenance |
local volunteers
park services |
| gptkbp:managed_by |
gptkb:National_Park_Service
gptkb:New_York_Yankees gptkb:Houston_Parks_and_Recreation_Department gptkb:local_government |
| gptkbp:material |
gptkb:granite
black granite polished black granite |
| gptkbp:may_have |
interactive displays
gift shops dedication ceremonies |
| gptkbp:memorials |
reflects loss and grief
|
| gptkbp:music_by |
various artists
|
| gptkbp:named_after |
gptkb:historical_figures
|
| gptkbp:notable_event |
Memorial Park Conservancy events
|
| gptkbp:notable_visitor |
presidents and dignitaries
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| gptkbp:offers |
guided tours
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| gptkbp:often_includes |
memorial plaques
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| gptkbp:open_to_public |
gptkb:1982
gptkb:true yes October 1982 |
| gptkbp:opened |
gptkb:1982
|
| gptkbp:opening_ceremony |
attended by thousands
|
| gptkbp:originated_in |
gptkb:United_Kingdom
|
| gptkbp:parking |
Available on-site
|
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:National_Mall_and_Memorial_Parks
gptkb:American_history gptkb:National_Park_Service gptkb:shopping_mall gptkb:cultural_heritage_site local history National Park Service sites |
| gptkbp:photography |
gptkb:photographers
|
| gptkbp:preservation_efforts |
ongoing maintenance
|
| gptkbp:promotes |
civic engagement
historical education historical awareness veteran awareness healing process |
| gptkbp:provides |
educational opportunities
resources for families space for ceremonies |
| gptkbp:provides_support_for |
donations
local businesses volunteers |
| gptkbp:public_perception |
widely respected
|
| gptkbp:public_speaking |
eulogists
|
| gptkbp:purpose |
gptkb:memorial
|
| gptkbp:recognition |
gptkb:historical_landmark
|
| gptkbp:recognized_by |
gptkb:National_Register_of_Historic_Places
gptkb:American_Institute_of_Architects gptkb:government gptkb:historical_landmark heritage organizations |
| gptkbp:related_event |
Memorial Day ceremonies
|
| gptkbp:renovated |
gptkb:2000
preserve history modern standards |
| gptkbp:serves_as |
gptkb:tourist_attraction
gptkb:historical_landmark gathering place site for remembrance cultural touchstone site for remembrance ceremonies site for reflection |
| gptkbp:significance |
gptkb:memorial
honoring military service Symbol of healing symbol of healing and remembrance Controversial design process Honors Vietnam War veterans honors those who served in Vietnam War |
| gptkbp:start_date |
gptkb:1982
|
| gptkbp:style |
minimalist
classical architecture minimalist architecture |
| gptkbp:supports |
veteran organizations
veteran advocacy efforts |
| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:West_University_Place
gptkb:Vietnam_Veterans_Memorial_Fund gptkb:River_Oaks gptkb:Tanglewood gptkb:Constitution_Gardens parkland Galleria Washington, D. C. National Park Service |
| gptkbp:surrounding_features |
gptkb:flag
gptkb:Women’s_Memorial gptkb:gardens trees and pathways sculpture of three soldiers |
| gptkbp:symbol |
poppy
|
| gptkbp:symbolizes |
gptkb:sacrifice
national reconciliation healing and reconciliation healing and remembrance sacrifice and loss |
| gptkbp:type |
gptkb:memorial
|
| gptkbp:unveiled_on |
November 13, 1982
|
| gptkbp:viewpoint |
gptkb:recreational_area
|
| gptkbp:visitors |
gptkb:fans
tourists interactive exhibits millions annually over 3 million annually Millions annually |
| gptkbp:visitors_per_year |
Over 1 million
|
| gptkbp:was_followed_by |
a reception
public memorials private burial ceremony |
| gptkbp:was_part_of |
national mourning
Reagan's funeral arrangements |
| gptkbp:width |
5 meters
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Washington,_D._C.
gptkb:World_War_II |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
2
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