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Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

Washington Square, Philadelphia, PA 19106 (City Center East)
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Ranked #148 of 256 attractions in Philadelphia
Type: Monuments/ Statues
Owner description: Though amidst a number of other historical sites, the tomb is one of a kind. It's the only memorial to the unknown heroes of the American Revolution.... more » Owner description: Though amidst a number of other historical sites, the tomb is one of a kind. It's the only memorial to the unknown heroes of the American Revolution. « less
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

Definitely worth stopping by since it's conveniently located in the middle of everything. It's easy to miss since, like another reviewer said, the picture is all it is..

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Zagreb, Croatia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 29, 2013

Really nothing special and I wouldn't go out of my way to see this, there are far better parks and memorials out there!

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Sussex, NJ
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 20, 2012

Worth a couple minutes, just to recognize those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. A very modest display, but still worth the time. Stopped by while we were waiting for our Independence Hall tour.

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Texas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 6, 2012

We did a night tour and this was one of the stops. It's a park with trees and benches. That's it. What you see in the picture is what you see. Statue of Washington and a small tomb with a wall behind them and an eternal flame in front. Due to the tour we got some extra info but just... More

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See 33 more reviews by texascouple67 for Philadelphia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 6, 2012 via mobile

It was a very humbling experience, more than worth the trip. Made the trip on the Fourth of July which made it that much more of an experience.

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Santa Barbara
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2012

The area is so historical and all the parks were in wonderful condition. I liked the postings that gave some history along my walk.

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Audubon, New Jersey
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

It's importance to our nations history, would make it more reviered. However it is overlooked and neglected. It sould be a jewel, but is often scared by neglect and abuse

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Cleveland, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2011

This is a very moving tribute to the over 2,500 American (and British) soldiers from the Revolution buried in this park. While some died as a result of battle wounds, most were victims of disease. Also, the victims of the 1793 (post-Revolution) yellow fever epidemic were buried here. Inspite of the numbers buried here, it did not seem like a... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011

Although the surrounding park left much to be desired, the memorial itself was beautiful. I just wish the park was in better condition. A nice place to stop and think.

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Pittsburgh, PA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2011

It was an impressive memorial and I am glad that we stopped by to have a look. The park itself was littered with unassumingly homeless and exercisers.

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