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Memorial Day Travel Guide: War Memorials and Historic Battlegrounds
Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave individuals who have served in the military. One way to pay tribute is by visiting significant war memorials and historic battlegrounds. Here is a guide to some of the most notable sites:
Destination |
Description |
Must-See |
Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia |
One of the most iconic military cemeteries in the United States, with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the graves of many notable figures. |
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Changing of the Guard ceremony. |
Gettysburg National Military Park, Pennsylvania |
Site of the famous Battle of Gettysburg during the American Civil War, with monuments and markers throughout the park. |
Devil's Den and Little Round Top for panoramic views. |
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii |
Commemorates the attack on Pearl Harbor that led to the United States' entry into World War II, including the USS Arizona Memorial. |
USS Arizona Memorial and Battleship Missouri. |
Normandy American Cemetery, France |
Located on the site of the D-Day landings during World War II, with rows of white crosses and Stars of David marking the graves of soldiers. |
Visitor Center and the Overlord Embroidery. |
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, Japan |
Commemorates the victims of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II, with the Peace Memorial Museum and the A-Bomb Dome. |
A-Bomb Dome and the Children's Peace Monument. |
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