Arlington National Cemetery - FREE World War II In-Person Tour
Schedule
Sun Aug 28 2022 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Location
1 Memorial Avenue,Arlington,22211,US | Arlington, VA
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Arlington National Cemetery - FREE World War II In-Person Guided Walking Tour with Harry Phillips.Seventy seven years ago on September 2, 1945 the Japanese government signed a formal treaty of surrender ending WWII . Our country had been involved in a bitter struggle that spanned the globe. This two hour tour will look at the brave men and women who are members of the “Greatest Generation” and some of the battles they fought during WWII including:
The officer who served both under and as a superior to Gen. George S. Patton
Tuskegee Airmen who helped win the war in Europe and struggled for respect at home
The man who ran the most significant construction and weapons programs of the war
Five-star generals and admirals and some of the most decorated soldiers in U.S. history
The father of one and son of another of the most famous generals to serve in WWII
A world-famous sports hero who served his country during the war
The only Nobel Peace Prize recipient buried at Arlington
Men and women who were captured and held as prisoners during the war
We will visit the Kennedy gravesite and discuss his tour in the South Pacific during the war.
The tour will end near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier so that those who want to see the changing of the guard will be able to do so. The tour is two hours with lots of walking (two miles) including up stairs and hills, so be prepared with water (which can be purchased on site), hat, sunscreen and walking shoes. There will be a brief history and overview of the cemetery as part of the introduction.
There is paid parking at the cemetery which is $3 per hour ($12 max) or use the Arlington Cemetery stop on the Metro’s Blue Line.
This is an in-person event at the cemetery and will not be streamed online.
Meet at entrance to the Woman in Military Service for America Memorial. From the metro stop or the parking lot, go through security at the Welcome Center and walk up into the cemetery. At the first main road turn right and you will see the large stone structure that is the Women's Memorial. We'll meet outside of the front entrance.
My name is Harry and I am a long-time resident of Northern Virginia. I have been leading specialized tours at the cemetery for the last several years. There is no upfront cost to the tour, but I will accept gratuities at the conclusion.
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1 Memorial Avenue,Arlington,22211,US, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
