Missourians take pride in their dedication to supporting those who fight for our country and in remembering those who gave their lives in the protection of our freedoms. From veterans\u2019 memorials and military history museums to memorial parks, local tributes and even a full-scale replica of the Vietnam Wall outside of Washington, D.C., there are many ways to pay your respects and participate in history in the Show-Me State.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some spots to add to your itinerary for educational family trips and places across Missouri to honor servicemen and women at any time of year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Designated by the U.S. Congress as the country\u2019s official museum for what was initially known as the \u201cGreat War,\u201d the National WWI Museum and Memorial<\/a> in downtown Kansas City is must-see. It\u2019s the second-oldest museum dedicated to the preservation of the war\u2019s history and artifacts, and is considered the most comprehensive collection of its objects and documents. Exhibitions and hands-on history opportunities ensure the stories, and their impacts, remain relevant into the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n