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  • Monika M
    11 contributions
    Review of: Lincoln Memorial
    Majestic
    So much history and interesting info built into this site. A must see in the day, but definitely at night.
    Written 13 August 2022
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  • helenandpaul13
    Worcester, UK1,500 contributions
    Review of: Vietnam Veterans Memorial
    Very detailed
    We visited here during an evening guided tour. I twas late in the evening and it's situated just below and to the left of the Lincoln memorial as you stand with the memorial behind you. However, the memorial has the names of every American soldier who was a victim of the war and what's impressive is that the names start in 1959 from half was down the memorial, and in a circular route come back to the last victims of 1975, right next to this. This was a deliberate act by the sculpture. The names are listed from the date they were listed as casualties, while at the top of the monument are catalogues in a rain proofed lecturn detailing everyone's names.
    Written 24 July 2022
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  • ATLpch
    Atlanta, GA904 contributions
    Review of: Korean War Veterans Memorial
    Korean War Memorial-Night Visit, short walk from Lincoln Memorial
    The Korean War Memorial is impressive at night. It is located a very short walk from the Lincoln Memorial and is also much less crowded. The memorial grounds are almost silent as you walk by the realistic statues of soldiers and the memorial wall.
    Written 5 August 2022
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  • HMom2
    Detroit, MI111 contributions
    Review of: Washington Monument
    Perfect view
    The view never gets old and never disappoints. The most annoying part of the entire experience is actually getting the times tickets 30 days in advance. But totally worth the trouble for the view.
    Written 5 August 2022
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  • I visited this place🇨🇭🇺🇸🇨🇦🇫🇷🇬🇧
    Israel13,129 contributions
    Review of: National World War II Memorial
    Dedicated to those who fought and died for our freedom
    PROS
    •Significant memorial honoring those who fought (and
    died) for our freedom
    • Solemn and sobering tribute
    • Architecturally unique
    • Appropriately Prominent Location on our National Mall, under the watchful error of Presidents Washington
    and Lincoln
    • Important to visit

    CONS
    • Not so easy to park nearby
    • Visitors do not give it the solemn reference that it deserves- dipping her in the water pools if showered and exploited
    • Children and youth on bicycles

    “I VISITED THIS PLACE “…
    … to honor the brace soldiers, including my father and my first cousin.
    Written 28 July 2022
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  • I visited this place🇨🇭🇺🇸🇨🇦🇫🇷🇬🇧
    Israel13,129 contributions
    Review of: Jefferson Memorial
    Incredible iconic amazing classic monument
    PROS
    * Beautiful building
    * Unbelievably beautiful structure
    * Classic Greek/Roman Temple architecture appearance
    * Breath-taking location
    * Charming and delightful Tidal Basin area
    * Suitable honor to the Founding Fathers who was the principal writer of the Declaration of Independence and our third President
    * Amazing giant statue of the statesman
    * Beautiful view from there of the water, the Washington Monument and the MLK Memorial

    CONS
    * “Off the beaten track”
    * Parking is minimal, confusing and challenging and changing.
    * One must walk a distance to get there
    * Currently, there is construction

    “I VISITED THIS PLACE”…
    … because I am always drawn to its beauty and its grandeur. I loved walking and approaching it, seeing it closed up, ascending the steps, viewing the towering gigantic likeness statue of him in a statesman pose, and also I read the quotes on the walls of his documents

    I didn’t enjoy getting there by car and trying to park.

    TIPS
    First of all, it’s fantastic to see from afar and from close- do your best to go.

    You can park at the paddle boat launch site of the Tidal Basin and walk over a kind of foot bridge or you can park at the very end of Ohio Drive SW.

    Do not forget that it is metered parking.

    I HOPE THAT YOU FIND THIS REVIEW AND MY ATTACHED PHOTOS TO BE “HELPFUL.”
    Written 31 July 2022
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  • Bob Kramer
    Ankeny, IA73 contributions
    Review of: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
    A Must-See Memorial in DC
    Cannot put to words how much visiting the MLK Memorial moved us during our trip to Washington DC. We visited in the fall, so the summer rush was over. The memorial is located along Independence Ave SW near the Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument. We had taken the Metro Train from our hotel to the Mall, and walked to all the museums, etc. And walked some more! I would strongly suggest not trying to drive to the Mall, as parking is limited and EXPENSIVE. Buy the weekly unlimited Metro pass if you're going to be in DC several days like us. Look for a review of the Metro in it's own review by me.

    Hope you enjoy your stay in DC, and your visit to this magnificent memorial.
    Written 11 August 2022
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  • Genesis4ever
    Buenos Aires, Argentina162 contributions
    Review of: Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
    Great walk around the monuments
    We made a great walk all around tne monuments in DC. From Vietnam memorial and Lincoln Memorial to Jefferson memorial, passing thru Korean War M., MLKing M. and FDR Memorial. FDR is a nice place to walk around and has several quotes from FDR. For me and my wife, was really worth it.
    Written 10 August 2022
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  • I visited this place🇨🇭🇺🇸🇨🇦🇫🇷🇬🇧
    Israel13,129 contributions
    Review of: Albert Einstein Memorial
    Great and fun little big monument- worth visiting: so close
    PROS
    * Great and fun monument- five or six times life size
    * Commemorating our greatest scientist and brainy mathematician
    * Fun to see and admire the detail
    * Climbing on it is a must
    * Take a photo while sitting in his "lap" and send it to National Academy of Sciences
    * Across the street from Vietnam War Veterans Memorial

    CONS
    * Less well known
    * Less frequently visited (maybe these both are good things)

    "I VISITED THI PLACE"...
    ... because I had wanted to do that for many years on my occsional visits to the monuments circuit tour at night, but never quite made it. This time, I did- during the morning hours, and I thoroughly enjoyed myself in analyzing and photgraphing the sculpture, and of course being photographed while sitting in his lap (see my photos which show my legs and shoes over and parallel to his).

    TIP
    * Of course do it
    * If after ke2000h or other off hours, parking can be directly on Constitution Avenue or one of the small cross streets of the mid20's.
    * Read the explanation postings on the side of the tiny plaza
    * For sure have your photo taken as described, and then submit it to the National Academy of Sciences (no- I didn't do that).
    Written 8 July 2022
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  • Saint
    Dedham, MA390 contributions
    Review of: National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
    Just beautiful
    Memorials can be difficult to visit but the beauty and the respect this memorial shows makes it all that much easier.
    Written 6 June 2022
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  • woosailor
    Wooster, OH399 contributions
    Review of: United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center
    Excellent small museum
    This is an excellent smaller version of the Navy Museum on Navy Yard base but very enjoyable. Lots of photos and more focus on individuals rather than chips or data. Well worth a visit and probably better for those not so familiar with the Navy.
    Written 2 August 2022
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  • Jason S
    Reedsburg, WI671 contributions
    Review of: Vietnam Women's Memorial
    Gives perspective
    It is easy to forget the impacts war has on people. This memorial reminds us the challenges Vietnam put on others that were not fighting in the war. It reminds us that women were there as men were being killed, at home wondering if a loved was going to return alive, and doing what they could at home to support.

    Overall, this is memorial presents a perspective to the Vietnam war and really tells a unique story.
    Written 30 June 2022
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  • Tracy D
    Tonawanda, NY37 contributions
    Review of: Saint John Paul II National Shrine
    Outstanding
    Could not have been more pleased with this stunning tribute to JPII! Moving exhibits detailing his life and dedication to our Lord and Mother complete with Relics. Spend some time and immerse yourself in the amazing life, ministry and obedience. Truly remarkable. A Saint whom has intimately touched our lives in so many ways. Grateful for the opportunity
    Written 11 January 2020
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  • Chris D
    Athens, GA45 contributions
    Review of: Ulysses S. Grant Memorial
    Great spot for Grant
    Very well done memorial on Capitol Hill. Not only is the memorial a great tribute in its own right, but allows for some great photos with the Capitol in the background.
    Written 2 May 2022
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    Israel13,129 contributions
    Review of: The Three Soldiers
    Fantastic statue- monument-memorial
    PROS
    • Fantastic artwork of detailed sculpture
    • Realistic lifelike and powerful
    • Meaningful and thought provoking
    • Somber and sobering
    • Relatable because it is “only” life size
    • “Hidden gem”

    CONS
    • Not publicized as much as other memorials

    “I VISITED THIS PLACE”…
    … when going from the Lincoln Memorial to the Vietnam War Memorial at night. I did not expect to see it there- quite a surprise and write meaningful and lifelike- something that we should all be able to relate to.

    TIP
    Look for it before the Vietnam war memorial and be sure to see it – it’s quite realistic and life-size and we can relate to it… I hope
    Written 3 July 2022
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