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Who were the 'Greatest Generation'?
The 400,000 Americans honoured by the World War Two memorial are often called the 'Greatest Generation'. This term refers to those who grew up during the Great Depression and then fought in World War Two, displaying immense resilience and sacrifice. The memorial commemorates their collective effort and the profound impact they had on shaping the modern world.
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