Conversation so far:
What is Tarawa?
Tarawa is an atoll and the capital of the Republic of Kiribati, in the central Pacific Ocean.
When did the invasion of Tarawa occur?
The invasion of Tarawa commenced on 20 November 1943.
What year was the invasion of Tarawa?
The invasion of Tarawa commenced on 20 November 1943.
What was the result of the Tarawa invasion?
The heavy casualties suffered by the United States at Tarawa sparked public protest, where headline reports of the high losses could not be understood for such a small island.
How long did the Tarawa invasion last?
The invasion of Tarawa occursed 20–23 November 1943.
What happened after the invasion of Tarawa?
The heavy casualties suffered by the United States at Tarawa sparked public protest, where headline reports of the high losses could not be understood for such a small island.
What work did David M. Shoup do after Tarawa?
In December 1943, Shoup became chief of staff of the 2nd Marine Division. In 1968 he returned to Tarawa to construct a memorial.

Question: What was the memorial like?
Self-contained rewrite: What was the Tarawa memorial like?