February 11, 2012

Netherlands Carillon Rings Out Over DC

Netherlands carillon washington dc

Located on the Virginia shore of the Potomac River, opposite the District of Columbia and bordering the northern end of Arlington National Cemetery, the Netherlands Carillon is adjacent to the Unites States Marine Corps War Memorial. The site is park of the National Park System. Set among thousands of tulips in a park setting, the [...]

Arlington Cemetery & the Kennedy Eternal Flame

Eyes have been turned to Arlington Cemetery today, as Senator Edward M. Kennedy is laid to rest near his two brothers, President John F. Kennedy, and Senator Robert F. Kennedy.  The trio is reunited again, ending a generation that committed itself to public service.  The eternal flame, the hallmark of the JFK gravesite, burns brighter [...]

Independence Day at the Iwo Jima Memorial

Independence Day was commemorated with ceremonies, including a 21 gun salute, on the grounds of the Netherlands Carillon, in front of the Marine Corps War Memorial.   Photo credit:  Jon Rochetti, c. 2006 Share on Facebook

Memorial Day

  Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died while in service to their country.  It is a small way to honor those who gave their lives that we may live in freedom and prosperity.   Share on Facebook