The city of Indianapolis is a place of immense pride and respect for the brave men and women who have served in the military and defended freedom around the world. From the Soldiers and Sailors Monument to the Medal of Honor Memorial, these monuments honor those who have sacrificed so much for our country. Standing at 284 and a half feet tall, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument is an iconic symbol of Indianapolis and Indiana as a whole. It was built to commemorate those who served in the War of Independence, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, the Border War, and the Spanish-American War.
This monument serves as a reminder of Indiana's rich military history. The Indiana World War Memorial and Museum is located just south of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Open Wednesday through Sunday at 9 a.m., this 30,000-square-foot museum showcases American military history from the Revolutionary War to the present. Visitors can explore artifacts from each war, including flags from the 15th Indiana Infantry Regiment.
The University Park is also located south of the World War Memorial. During the Civil War, this land was used as a place to train Union troops. After the war ended, Indianapolis came together to create a fund to convert this land into a park. Today, visitors can explore lush green areas and learn more about Indiana's military history. The Congressional Medal of Honor monument is located at the north end of the Indy Canal in White River State Park.
This monument was designated as a National Monument by an act of Congress in 1926. It features engraved fragments of Hoosier soldier's notes, as well as a summary of the United States' participation in World War I.The USS Indianapolis Memorial is also located on the north end of the Canal. This memorial honors those who served on board this ship during World War II. In accordance with Indiana's mandate to cover their faces, visitors must wear a face covering inside this memorial.
