Military Places & Events to Visit

A war memorial is a structure or monument, usually located in a public place, that is dedicated to the memory of the people who died or were affected by a particular war or conflict. In the UK, war memorials can take many forms, including statues, obelisks, columns, arches, and buildings. They may be erected to commemorate the fallen of a specific conflict, such as the First or Second World War, or they may be more general in nature, commemorating all of the people who have died in military service. Many war memorials also include inscriptions or plaques listing the names of those who died, and they may also include other symbols or artwork related to the conflict or the military. War memorials are often seen as important symbols of national pride and sacrifice, and they are often visited by members of the public as a way of paying respect to those who have died in the service of their country.