This Independence Day, New York’s World War I Heroes Are Forgotten in a Transit Museum Office
A memorial to New York City subway employees killed in the Great War was removed from its place of honor at Grand Central Terminal and now languishes in an appointment-only research facility.

As Americans celebrate Independence Day by reflecting on the contributions of past generations, a bronze memorial to New York City subway employees killed in World War I languishes in a Transit Museum office, removed from its place of honor in Grand Central Terminal.
Please check your email.
A verification code has been sent to
Didn't get a code? Click to resend.
To continue reading, please select:
Enter your email to read for FREE
Get 1 FREE article
Join the Sun for a PENNY A DAY
$0.01/day for 60 days
Cancel anytime
100% ad free experience
Unlimited article and commenting access
Full annual dues ($120) billed after 60 days