As the home of democracy, America has much to commemorate in its short history. Signing the famous Declaration of Independence and writing the historic Constitution, yes. But also honoring great presidents and their times and remembering citizens who gave their lives in service. The capital has several beautiful memorials, many of which are poignant and historic symbols of past achievements that can instruct the country's future.
Washington DC Monuments and Memorials
- African American Civil War Memorial and Museum
- A unique museum and monument, the African American Civil War Memorial and Museum opened in 1999 to commemorate the little known contribution to the Civil War made by African Americans.
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- Airforce Memorial
- One of the most symbolic and evocative memorials in the country, the United States Air Force Memorial visibly takes off, its three spires painting an arc in the sky.
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- Albert Einstein Memorial
- Albert Einstein's contribution to science is well-known by all humankind, but the Albert Einstein Memorial at the southwest corner of the Academy of Sciences does not draw like-size crowds. It should.
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- Arlington National Cemetery
- Arlington National Cemetery is a tribute and resting place for many who not only gave their lives in defense of the country, but who dedicated their entire careers to improving humankind.
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- Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
- Located along the famous Cherry Tree Walk on the Western edge of the Tidal Basin, the FDR Memorial is a memorial not only to FDR, but also to the era he represents.
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- George Mason Memorial
- The George Mason Memorial, dedicated on April 9, 2002, honors the little known but widely felt contributions of an important founding father, George Mason.
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