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Tomb of the Unknowns

Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201
703-228-3988
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Ranked #1 of 26 attractions in Arlington
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Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Guarded around the clock by the Army's 3rd infantry, this memorial in Arlington National Cemetery honors unidentified American soldiers from the two... more » Owner description: Guarded around the clock by the Army's 3rd infantry, this memorial in Arlington National Cemetery honors unidentified American soldiers from the two World Wars and the Korean War. « less
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Sweetwater, Tennessee
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

The most humble experience of my life, laying a wreath to our Fallen. The Guards from the 3rd ID were the most precision soldiers I have ever witnessed. The trip was worth just to witness the changing of the guard. Their pledge of abstinence for life overwhelms me.

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

I watched the changing fo the guard and enjoyed it. I twas very interesting to see the tradition that we've had for all these years.

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Fairfax, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Having a lot of friends and family who are serving and have served in the military, walking through Arlington and watching the ceremony makes me reflect on the sacrifices of the people who are in the Tomb.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Watched the change of guard? Very interesting. Also went to Arlington National cemetery and the Marine Corps Memorial

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Dallas, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW

Read up before you go. It's really a privilege to observe our current military men (and women?) respecting and honoring those who otherwise can not have individual last rites. Note: if, like us, you find yourself at the end of the day viewing the last changing of the guard, don't allow the rudeness of the staff who hustle you off... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Read up on the Old Guard before you go. This is amazing and worth the trip to Arlington. I am so proud of these fine men who guard our Tomb of the Unknowns. They are amazing!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 via mobile

Tomb of unknown soldier is one of the several must do things around and in Washington the ceremony is stunning the soronding area is very well settled and its not problem to get U can use metro and be there in less then 30min .

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Benton, AR
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

By far one of the most moving experiences in Washington,DC. A truly patriotic "must see" for anyone who has served, has had someone who has served or any real American at heart. This is such a moving and emotional display of American Military Commitment at its best. Seeing older Veterans wheeled up to be closer was quite moving. I agree... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

The greatest thing at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is the changing of the guards. These men are so polished and precise in their movements, it is a joy and pleasure to watch them present their routine to the visitors.

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Midland, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Very interesting to view the changing of the guard. The entire cemetery is very humbling and the grounds beautiful.

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