The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is the most visited memorial on the National Mall in Washington, attracting more than 5 million people each year. The most prominent feature of the memorial is a massive wall that lists the names of the more than 58,000 servicemen and women who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. Take a closer look at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, which was dedicated in 1982, fulfilling a promise to never forget those who served and sacrificed during the Vietnam War.

If you are a veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with a caring, qualified responder for confidential help through the Veterans Crisis Line. Many of the responders are veterans themselves. You don't have to be enrolled with Veterans Affairs or receiving health care or other VA benefits to connect.