vietnam veterans memorial (washington, d.c.)

Surveys the history of the Vietnam War, chronicles the construction of the the Vietnam Memorial, and discusses what the Memorial means to many Americans.

Provides background information on the Vietnam War and on the memorial that was built to honor those who died during this conflict.

Presents background on the Vietnam War and tells the story of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., describing its design, the initial controversy surrounding it, its impact on visitors, the items visitors leave there in memory or tribute, and how the memorial has been "brought" to people around the country and the world.

Presents a brief biography of Maya Lin, the daughter of Chinese immigrant parents, who was responsible for creating the design for the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.

An introduction to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, in simple text with illustrations, that describes where it is located, how it was built, and who it commemorates.

Tells the story of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, with background information about the causes and effects of the war in Vietnam, the development and creation of the Memorial, and the impact of the monument on veterans and others.

Describes the planning and creation of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and how it came to be a symbol for the dead of all American wars.

Presents the life of the young architect-sculptor who designed the controversial memorial honoring United States soldiers who served in the Vietnam War.

Reprints a collection of letters left at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Includes the stories of those who wrote the letters.

The behind-the-scenes story of how and why the Vietnam Memorial was built in Washington, D.C.