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A monument to the 18th-century African slave and the author who immortalized him in "Roots."

One of the city's most recognizable landmarks, this striking marble monument anchors the Mall's western end.

In a city full of memorials to war heroes, this statue stands out, honoring the leader of the Indian independence movement who promoted strict nonviolence.

Memorial park honors ex-slave who founded historic school.

Seared in a nation's memory, the image of soldiers raising Old Glory at Iwo Jima honors all Marines who died in service.

Three-acre garden on the Mall celebrates American horticulture.

A pleasant, if anonymous, patch of green in the cityscape is transformed into a significant, informative and moving monument.

In honor of police officers that died in the line of duty, this memorial consists of large bronze lion sculptures as well as a reflecting pool.

Fashioned with simple granite and classic bronze, this monument honors those who sacrificed during World War II.

On about two acres of land to the west of the pentagon, 184 benches over pools of water honor those who died at the site on September 11. The memorial is located on the west side of the Pentagon adjacent to route 27. There is no public parking at the site, but the memorial is metro-accessible.