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College Station, Texas
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The memorial honors the 12 Texas A&M University students who lost their lives when the bonfire stack collapsed on November 18, 1999.
The memorial's 12 portals represent each of the students who died, and the site's layout reflects the bonfire's traditional circular shape.
The memorial was dedicated on November 18, 2004, exactly five years after the tragic collapse.
The tradition began in 1909 as a way to celebrate the rivalry between Texas A&M and the University of Texas.
The memorial is situated on the Polo Fields, where the bonfire was traditionally built each year.
The memorial includes the Spirit Ring, which symbolizes the unity and spirit of the Aggie community.
