With so many beautiful memorials honoring past, present and future veterans, Washington, D.C. is an ideal place to visit to commemorate the contributions and sacrifices of members of the armed forces. Veterans enjoy exploring Washington, D.C. all year long, and especially on Veterans Day when a number of special ceremonies take place.
WWII Memorial - The National World War II Memorial honors the 16 million Americans who served in WWII and the more than 400,000 that died.
FDR Memorial - Located near the National Mall, along Cherry Tree Walk. The memorial features four outdoor rooms, each one representing one of his four terms. There is also a 10-foot statue of the former President in a wheelchair. Roosevelt was the 32nd President and came into office during the Great Depression.
Korean War Memorial - Adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, the Korean War Veterans Memorial features a large mural wall with sculpted soldiers and inscribed with the words "Freedom is not Free." The memorial also features photographic images of nurses, chaplains, crew chiefs and other support personnel that took part in the Korean War.
Vietnam War Memorial - This memorial is intended to remember the American military who sacrificed their lives during the Vietnam War. This was the nation's least popular war. Featured in the memorial is the Wall of names, the Three Servicemen Statue and Flagpole. Also featured is the Vietnam Women's Memorial.
Lincoln Memorial - Located in the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial is a tribute to former President Abraham Lincoln. Designed with a Greek Temple theme, this memorial has 36 Doric columns, each representing a state at the time of Lincoln's death. The north wall features an etched version of Lincoln's second inaugural speech.
Iwa Jima - The United States Marine Corps War Memorial, better known as the Iwo Jima Memorial depicts one of the most historic battles of World War II, the battle of Iwo Jima. The memorial is dedicated to all marines who have given their lives in battle.
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All times are approximate.
Departing from Frederick MD at 8:00am.
We will depart from Skate Frederick Parking lot on Riverbend Way, behind Wal-Mart off of Rt. 26 in Frederick.
Departing from Hagerstown MD at 7:15am.
We will depart from MTA Park-n-Ride on Col. Douglas Dr. off of Rt 65(Sharpsburg Pike) across from the Sleep Inn between Wendy's and the MVA.
Returning to Frederick at 5:00pm
Returning to Hagerstown at 5:45pm