Stunning views of the National Native Veterans Memorial, the newest
monument on the National Mall and the first in DC to celebrate Native
military service
The National Native American Veterans Memorial marks the first national
commemoration of Native American military service. National Native
American Veterans Memorial: A Souvenir Book pays tribute to the
powerful monument and the American Indians who have served in every
major US military conflict since the Revolutionary War, often
participating at an extraordinary rate. It pays homage to Indigenous
peoples who have made so many contributions and sacrifices for their
country.
Located on the quiet and reflective grounds of the Smithsonian's
National Museum of the American Indian, the memorial raises public
consciousness of the significant contributions of American Indian,
Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian members of the military who have
served in and out of combat for centuries. Native American artist and
veteran Harvey Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho) designed the Warriors'
Circle of Honor, selected for its simplicity and timelessness. The book
celebrates the memorial's beauty while providing historical context and
exploring the symbolism of its stainless-steel circle, the intimate and
interactive space, and striking design elements that convey traditional
Native perspectives and beliefs. Capturing the inclusive, healing, and
dynamic design and space, National Native American Veterans Memorial: A
Souvenir Book gives readers a richer and deeper appreciation of a
one-of-a-kind monument.
