Chilean Memorial WA
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Description: The Chilean Memorial in Washington commemorates a tragic maritime disaster that took place in 1920 near the town of La Push, Washington, on the Olympic Peninsula. The event involved the wreck of the W.J. Pirrie, a ship carrying a crew of primarily Chilean sailors, which encountered severe storms and ultimately ran aground near the Quileute reservation. The local Quileute tribe courageously assisted in rescue efforts, saving several sailors despite the dangerous conditions. Today, the memorial, situated near First Beach, honors those lost in the tragedy and stands as a symbol of the bravery and compassion shown by the Quileute people.