Lincoln Memorial, Washington USA - October 2012

We visited the Lincoln Memorial twice during our visit to Washington.  The first time was during our Globus tour of Washington Memorials by night and the second time was the next day where we saw it from a different perspective during daylight hours. 

The Memorial is more awesome at night with the effect of the floodlights. 

It is a very impressive tribute and like everything else in America - it is BIG.   I enjoyed our visit to view the Memorial as it is one that we have seen many references to in travel books and the like.

Korean War memorial, Washington USA - October 2012

The Korean War Memorial in Washington is an amazing tribute to the soldiers who fought at that time.  The life size statues in full battle uniform set in a thick ground cover is beautifully done. Along the path beside the garden is a huge granite wall with the images of all the soldiers very cleverly reflected in it.

Three weeks after we visited this memorial Hurricane Sandy caused a lot of damage and I understand there were only two of the soldiers left standing after the deluge of water and wind. 

Arlington National Cemetary, Washington USA - October 2012

 

 

 

 

Our visit to Arlington National cemetary at Washington was part of our Globus Tour.  We had a cold showery day which did not enhance the day however it was a very emotional moment to view this cemetary & pay our respects. 

It is a beautifully maintained area - very peaceful and quiet.

I was surprised to see the simplicity of the Kennedy gravesites.  The eternal burning flame was impressive.  I was expecting something on a grander scale. 

There was a lot of history recorded by way of photos and memorabillia and was well worth the visit.