Inside the complicated process of building a new national memorial

Memorials to fallen war heroes are always powerful, but especially so on Memorial Day weekend. For years, the fallen from wars like the Vietnam War and the Korean War have been remembered on the National Mall and in communities around the country. But what about those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq or Afghanistan? It turns out that building a national memorial is easier said than done. Read more: https://scrippsnews.com/stories/inside-the-complicated-process-of-building-a-new-national-memorial/ ------------------------------------- Scripps News is your source for news and analysis covering the top stories from around the world. With persistent curiosity and no agenda, we strive to fuel meaningful conversations by highlighting multiple sides of every story. It’s news with the why. Join our newsletter at https://bit.ly/2q1tepr See more at https://www.scrippsnews.com/ Like Scripps News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scrippsnews/ Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/scrippsnews Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scrippsnews/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@scrippsnews