Second Division Memorial Monument

Address: Near Constitution Ave NW & 2nd St NW, Washington, D.C.

The Second Division Memorial is a commemorative monument in Washington, D.C., dedicated to the U.S. Second Division. It marks and honors the service of that military formation.

The memorial functions as a focused site of remembrance rather than a major tourist attraction, offering inscriptions and sculptural elements tied to the division’s identity. Visitors typically encounter it when touring monuments and memorials in the capital.

Erected to honor the men and service of the United States Second Division, the monument reflects 20th-century commemorative practice for military units. It stands among the collection of public memorials in Washington, D.C.

The memorial is located in the national capital area of Washington, D.C., sited among other monuments and federal grounds near the Mall and central ceremonial spaces.

• Setting: Situated among other memorials and monuments in the capital, it is a quieter commemorative site compared with larger national monuments nearby.

Located near the northwest section of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., close to Constitution Avenue. Accessible by Metro (Federal Triangle or Metro Center stations) and multiple Metrobus routes; the memorial is walkable from many downtown points.

• View the memorial late in the afternoon for softer light on the carved bronze.
• Combine this stop with visits to the nearby Second Division plaques and military memorials on Constitution Avenue for a compact walking tour.
• Respect quiet zones-ceremonies and wreath‑laying occur on occasion; local authorities close the area for formal events.