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War memorials generally constitute of a monument, building, and statue in order to commemorate those people who passed away during the wars. In ancient days, the cause of erecting a war memorial was to remember the great events in history. The soldiers or their service was considered unimportant but in the modern sense, the war memorials came to celebrate and honor the dead. The city of Chennai has been a famous administrative, military and economic base since the 1st century. India has been a land of famous martyrs who did not think twice before laying down their lives for the sake of their motherland. It was and it still is for those gallant soldiers that today we can enjoy what we call an Independent India. However serving one's motherland in every way possible is a work of pride and as such the War Memorials in Chennai were dedicated to those respected people too. The various war memorials in Chennai are dedication to all those soldiers and people who have protected their motherland with their life. Among the best known War Memorials in Chennai, stands the War Memorial Hall. The War Memorial Hall consists of a circular structure made out of rock and marble. This famous War Memorial was built to respect all those soldiers who died while fighting for the country's honor during the course of World War I. The War Memorial Hall in Chennai is situated on the Beach Roads. The place is near the Island Grounds. Other War Memorials in Chennai Victory War Memorial- This war memorial is especially dedicated to those who met their end happily for the sake of their country during the First World War. Also known as the Cupid's bow, this war memorial is located within the St.George Fort. Rajiv Gandhi Memorial- The name itself suggests that this memorial is dedicated to the former Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi who became memorable for his services to the motherland.
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