In 1982, opponents of Maya Lin’s Vietnam memorial design insisted that a more traditional sculpture be added to the monument. As a result, sculptor Frederick Hart was commissioned to create this bronze monument depicting three servicemen – one white, one African American and one Latinx – who seem to be gazing upon the nearby sea of names. Maya Lin was understandably furious about its addition to the site, describing it as a 'coup.'
Three Servicemen Statue
Washington, DC
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
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One of America's most visited historic sites, Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington.
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National Museum of African American History & Culture
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5. National Academy of Sciences
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6. Korean War Veterans Memorial
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