The Indiana War Memorial and Museum in Indianapolis, IN, is a prominent institution dedicated to honoring and preserving the memory of Indiana's veterans and their service. It was conceived in 1919 as a location for the national headquarters of the American Legion and a memorial to the state's and nation's veterans.
The Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Indianapolis, Indiana, is an iconic structure located in the heart of downtown Indianapolis at Monument Circle. Monument Circle is a circular, brick-paved area with the monument at its center. The monument stands at 284 feet tall, making it one of the tallest monuments in the United States.