Indiana World War Memorial and Museum

One of the reasons Jarrod wanted us to accompany him to Indianapolis was his memories of his first trip in 2010.

I remember looking at his pictures and listening to his adventures, wishing I could have gone.

This massive mausoleum is one of the memorials that I remembered.

I am intrigued with buildings that have statues and cool doors.

These doors are big, probably 15 feet long.

What were they envisioning in 1927 that might possibly need to enter?

Mr. Brown Sign's grandmother gave him an American flag that was bequeathed to her when the USS Indianapolis was torpedoed.

This has always intrigued me as the grandmother, her siblings and the man who perished met while interred in a Montana orphanage as children, and remained friends. The memorial room obviously is very touching.

This memorial was built after the Great War, but honors those who fought in all wars.

The 6th armored division, "The Super Six," reminds me of my six boys, and my great uncle Roy Hutchins, who died while serving in that division during World War II.

(Mr. Brown Sign always finds cool stuff like this for me.)

I have seen MANY World War II posters, especially ones to buy bonds, but never posters about gardens! These made me smile as I envisioned my mother "master of gardens" shooting her tomato worms.

I never thought of my Mom literally growing vitamins!

Yum! Who doesn't love fresh produce canned at peak ripeness and sitting on your shelves looking so pretty!

In today's world of overabundance and over indulgence, this is so applicable.

I especially pondered whether or not I would be able to do my part if I lived during this time.

This one is scary. Especially in light of today's obsession with zombies.

Save food and defeat frightfulness?

I love learning interesting tidbits about ordinary people, like the symbol which came to represent all that Chief Childers fought against in the war - the swastika - is identical to his native peoples' sign for peace.

The building is big and beautiful...so much attention to detail.

The eagle water fountain was very popular!

Having sons made this portion of the mural very touching.

The great hall, at the top of the building, and usually the end of the tour, needs to be visited first!

There are sacred, patriotic feelings built into this room that exude from every flag and column.

My favorite statues were outside and up very high, six figures symbolizing the virtues of courage, memory, peace, victory, liberty and patriotism.

"To commemorate the valor and sacrifice of the land, sea and air forces of the United States and all who rendered faithful and loyal service at home and overseas in the World War; to inculcate a true understanding and appreciation of the privileges of American citizenship; to inspire patriotism and respect for the laws to the end that peace may prevail, justice be administered, public order maintained and liberty perpetuated."