The War Memorial Center - A Living Memorial

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In this special episode of Discover Wisconsin, immerse yourself into an experiential place like no other-the War Memorial Center. This living memorial, sitting on the shore of Lake Michigan, is a place where heroes are honored, history is taught, warriors are healed, events are celebrated, and memories are made.
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Originally established on October 14, 1944 by women’s leadership organizations, the surrounding Wisconsin community wanted to create a memorial, a reminder of the sacrifice for freedom for those who served in World War II. Even though it has evolved with time, the War Memorial Center continues to symbolize the sacrifices made and battles fought by brave veterans through its design and mission.
The War Memorial Center, by design, is unique and unlike any other, designed by veteran and architect Erro Saarinen. Each of the building’s element, from its physical features to its orientation, carry significance, resembling moments from battle and reflecting places to ponder.
It’s mission-to honor the dead and serve the living-solidifies this profound symbolism. Within the building, instrumental veteran organizations and auxiliary programs operate to help the living and serve fellow brothers and sisters.
Hear the heartfelt stories of veterans Julian Plaster and Nick Gomez, and his family’s generational history of serving our nation. Pairing their brave sacrifice with resilience efforts by living and breathing organizations within the building, the War Memorial Center is unmatched; it’s a place to reflect upon our freedoms and a place to learn.
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@haydendelena 17 күн бұрын

Had to share this one❤

@stephenhensley7004 Ай бұрын

The Greatest Generation indeed.

@Dontwlookatthis Ай бұрын

It is my humble opinion that the design of the building gives a sense of insecurity and determination. Insecurity because it looks like insufficient strength columns are holding a heavy building. Determination in that those responsible for the columns are also determined to make them work. This carries over to symbolism of the Normandy Invasion. Insecurity in that there is a possibility that the invasion could fail, but determination by tens of thousands of men to see that the invasion does not fail. That is important to the subconscious mind when visiting the memorial. The conscious mind may not be aware of what the subconscious is fully aware of, in other words, it appeals to the part in all of us who want to survive at any cost. Just think, when we drive long distances, our conscious minds drift to the point that somethings we wonder how we got to a place. But so long as our eyes, ears and sense of balance are feeing information to the subconscious mind, it is able to keep us on the right track and not run off the road or allow a can in front of us to suddenly hit the brakes and us running into it. Even from this video, I get the sense of those things even though I have never been to Wisconsin. If I ever travel there I will certainly go there to see it for myself. Thank you for this interesting and thoughtful presentation.

@Discover_Brett Ай бұрын

That's definitely a very interesting analysis and sentiment. Knowing the significance of the architectural design and physically standing at the location it invokes and stirs a lot of emotions