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Iwo Jima Marine Corps Memorial

Washington DC, DC
Ranked #12 of 215 attractions in Washington DC
4.5 of 5 stars 135 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues
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Cleveland OH
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Very cool to finally get to visit this memorial. One nice thing about it is that since it's outside the gates of Arlington National Cemetery, you can still visit this memorial even when the Cemetery is closed. More

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Forest Park, Illinois
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

No visit to Washington DC would be complete with a stop at this beautiful memorial. More

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Fountain Valley
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
156 helpful votes 156 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

We visited this memorial during a night tour of Washington. This was one of my favorite Memorials in town. It is just beautiful. More

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Arlington, Virginia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

Near to Ft. Myer and Rosslyn in Arlington, the Marine Corps Memorial is the true standout among all of the service memorials. The story from which the design is well-known and does not need to be repeated here. The actual sculpture, however, is highly detailed and worth a visit to examine. The surrounding inscriptions of signature Marine engagements - including... More

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Hollywood, Florida
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

It's like a place in time is left immortalized for all to see More

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Jonesboro, Arkansas
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

My Daddy was a marine and I had seen photos of this memorial all my life. It was so cool to see it in person. More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

My sister is a professional artist, and after watching the work that goes into her pieces, I can truly appreciate the detail and time put into this memorial! The "men" are so lifelike and I couldn't help but imagine if I were there, too. A befitting dedication indeed! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2012

A suitable memorial to the thousands of Marines, corpsman and sailors who gave their all to take the island and secure it as a stronghold for our flights on to Japan. Having been to Iwo jima twice I doubly appreciate the heroic efforts that went into raising the flag on Mt. Suribachi albeit early in the battle and much more... More

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Washington, DC
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28 reviews 28 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Moving historical moment captured in huge, impressive sculpture. A great place for photo ops. Take a stroll heading south towards the Netherlands Carillon -- if your timing is right, you can enjoy the sound of bells playing patriotic tunes -- and enjoy one of the very best views of DC from a lovely hill spot (great for a picnic, too!). More

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Newcastle, Australia
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

I have seen pictures and finally got to see it up close. It is a fair way away from the metro at the cemetary but is well worth the walk. It is also pleasant walking through the cemetary up to the Kennedys. More

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