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U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial

Arlington Blvd. and Meade St., Arlington, VA 22211
Ranked #3 of 23 attractions in Arlington
5.0 of 5 stars 49 Reviews
Type: Monuments/ Statues
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Commonly called the "Iwo Jima Memorial," the statue is a depiction of the famous raising of the U.S. flag on Iwo Jima and is dedicated to all Marines...... more » Owner description: Commonly called the "Iwo Jima Memorial," the statue is a depiction of the famous raising of the U.S. flag on Iwo Jima and is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives defending that flag. « less
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Manassas Park, Virginia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Every American must visit this historical site and discover how the events unfolded. A must see for all visitors in the Washington DC area. More

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Ashburn,
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

May be difficult for tourists to find because the driveway off of rt110 comes up quickly. More

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Knoxville
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Saw this at twilight on the trolley tour and appreciated the history told as we arrived but it was nothing compared to walking up to it and contemplating the transformation from reality to photograph to memorial. More

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Los Angeles
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

In Rosslyn next to Arlington Cemetery and Netherlands Carillon. One of the most moving tributes to US Marines. Large and impressive bronze of the famous Joe Rosenthal photograph taken on Iwo Jima in February 1945. More

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Desoto
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The best military museum I have seen. It is a most positive reflection of the men and woman who serve in the United States Marine Corps. More

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Stafford, Virginia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

I live near Quantico so I have seen this statue almost everyday for 20 years. Impressive. More

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USA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Suggest that you try to visit this during the daylight hours. I have seen it both in the evening and daylight - and there is no comparison. More

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Portland, ME
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
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Everyone has seen this photo. Visit the memorial and 'live it" More

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Washington D.C.
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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A must-see monument for all Marines! The National Mall provides a beautiful backdrop for the iconic sculpture. The Silent Drill Team and Drum & Bugle Corps conduct parades here in the evenings during the summer months! More

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Mapleton
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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It is a great memorial to those who have served to defend their country. It is based on the Battle of Iwo Jima and is a must see for those interested in military history. More

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