Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall

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These scale models of the Vietnam War Memorial Wall in Washington DC were crafted specifically for Memorial Day 2016. http://www.thewall-usa.com/index.asp Printed on white paper and painted with bold black strokes, these miniature walls are a poignant tribute to America's fallen heroes. A smaller-scale replica of the wall is available, but its length makes it impractical for printing purposes. However, a shorter section of the memorial wall can be printed to great effect, allowing you to honor local service members who made the ultimate sacrifice during the conflict. You can even engrave the names of hometown heroes on these commemorative models, as seen in the engraved wall replicas featuring the names of Cape May County, NJ veterans. With a bit of creativity and effort, you too can create a personalized model bearing the names of brave men from your own community. The Vietnam War Memorial Wall was designed by visionary artist Maya Lin in 1982, sparking controversy at the time but earning its place as a powerful tribute to the thousands of American lives lost during the war. Visiting the memorial is a moving experience that will leave you in awe of Lin's design and the sacrifices made by our nation's servicemen. Replicas of the wall can be found in Wildwood NJ, Pensacola FL, and Winfield KS, as well as several traveling versions that bring this poignant tribute to communities across America.