Maryland Trip - Day 7 - Arlington Cemetary

Our final place to visit was Arlington Cemetery. This was probably one of the most sobering, and patriotic place that we visited. The cemetery is immense and beautiful. I am glad we didn't skip this visit, it was well worth every second we spent there.



Imagine 624 acres of property covered in headstones and monuments to the people who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country to preserve our freedom. And to add to that, Dad overheard a tour guide telling her group that people are buried 3 or 4 deep in one plot. I can't remember which number it is, but it makes these pictures even more staggering.





The highlight of the visit for me was going to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.



Here is a soldier guarding the tomb. There is such a feeling of patriotism here. And nothing but the utmost respect is given. The tomb has been guarded every second of the day since July 2nd, 1937. No matter what the weather, no matter what the time. This visit had such an impact on Brian that he is considering "Tomb Soldier" as his lifelong profession. And he still will pretend by walking and clicking his heels.





This is the Arlington Amphitheater. It sets right above the Tomb of the Unknowns. This is another one of my panoramic pictures so click on it for a better view.



This is the burial site of John F. Kennedy. Also the sight of the eternal flame. It was quite interesting reading about the location after the fact, and realizing how much history is here.



I kept running across this goddess everywhere I went. She is easily the most beautiful woman I have seen in my life. My camera wasn't able to shoot wide enough for you to see her body guards. But I assure you, a woman this beautiful would need a platoon of guards to keep all the bachelors away.



This is a view of our nations capitol from the cemetery.



I don't think I will every forget my trip to Arlington cemetery. It is sobering and patriotic, and it would not be easily forgotten.