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US Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima)
Memorial Site
Arlington
"Tuesday summer evening there is a Marine Corp Parade.."(7 Tips)
"This is at Arlington Ridge Park nearby the Netherlands Carillon."(3 Tips)
"sunset performance of the Marine Corps Band"(2 Tips)
"Great park and view of the monuments across the river."(8 Tips)
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Jenna FischliJune 9, 2016If you go to just the right spot to to the west of the memorial, across the grass. You can see the Washington Memorial in the background. Great place to take a picture.- Victoria DudaJuly 16, 2016I knew of this memorial but didn't realize it was dedicated to USMC. Visited with Stars and Stripes Honor Flight (6.11.16) - photo shows all Marine vets of our group with some current members.
US National ArchivesJune 12, 2013The Fourth of July isn't just a celebration of American independence, but a time to remember all those who've helped shape our nation, whether they have a monument or memorial or not. Read more
Rebecca GishkarianyOctober 14, 2014Worth the walk but leave it till last as it is a short walk from here to Roslyn metro stop to get you back into Washington. Or if you have the energy, walk to DC across the bridge from here
Dave LepkowskiNovember 14, 2017They are currently in the process of renovating and restoring the Iwo Jima memorial so You are not able to get up close and personal with it. 11/14/17.
The Ritz-CarltonMarch 16, 2015Pay tribute to the U.S. Marines who have given their lives to defend our country since 1775 while enjoying one of the most complete views of the DC skyline.
Linda HirwJuly 6, 2013a great place to catch the july 4 fireworks w/o the hassle if going into the city. free parking at the arlington courthouse & a 10-12 minute walk from there.
Rebecca HilbertAugust 10, 2014Go in the summer on Tuesday evening to the memorial and see the sunset ceremony with the marine corp band. Starts @ 6:30pm.
Edward DelfinoAugust 27, 2018A must-see, especially if you are visiting nearby Arlington National Cemetery
Don WilcoxJanuary 3, 2019A bit muddy the day I visited but always worth the stop to pay tribute to my fellow Marine brothers & sisters!- Great park and view of the monuments across the river. Dont forget to go to the Netherlands Carillon if you are here, especially if the tulips are in bloom
G LJanuary 1, 2016The iconic image that took place in 1945. It's in Arlington's upper side. So, prepare a good pair of shoes, a camera and...go!
MaureenJuly 5, 2012Great place to watch the fireworks over DC for the 4th of July. Get there early to snag a place in front of the bell tower!
This is a must see - much larger than you could imagine. Go at night - beautifully lit!
Derek JonesJanuary 2, 2015More than just the memorial. The surrounding park is beautiful and a great place for a picnic. Excellent views of DC.
Brian SmithApril 17, 2018It is Iwo Jima! Nothing comes lose in bringing emotion to the surface in stone faced Marines.
Ricco RichardsonAugust 4, 2013BY far My Favorite Statue!!, this should be where the Statue Liberty Is so when foreigners come they know NOT to F with U.S.
Jessie SetliffSeptember 2, 2012Make sure to count the hands!! It's said that there are 11 instead of 10 hands...the extra hand is the hand of God.
- Jim TraisterJuly 27, 2013Free: Every Tuesday summer evening there is a Marine Corp Parade..be there by 630.
Easy Figure InternationalSeptember 27, 2013Wait for the stars spangled banner to wave for a good photo. Best lens to use is the fisheye lens.
James McFadden Jr.March 5, 2012From here you can see the State Capitol, Washington Memorial, and Lincoln Memorial all bunched up together. It's an awesome view!
Marine CorpsJanuary 5, 2012Look closely around the base of the memorial – the location and date of every major Marine Corps engagement to date is inscribed there.
David CooperApril 3, 2011Agree with Scott's tip. West of the memorial provides an awesome . . . You stand in the trees looking back to the Nat'l Mall ~
Janay WinterApril 9, 2014Optical illusion; walk around the memorial and watch the flag. It looks like it's being raised.- Visit this location during the summer at 7pm for the sunset performance of the Marine Corps Band, they also practice at 7:30 am in the same spot.
StayArlingtonAugust 23, 2012This is a great spot to watch the fireworks in D.C. on the Fourth of July!
Scott SmithMarch 19, 2011Make sure you get the view that frames the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial in the background!
ChevroletSeptember 21, 2010All American, 24-7; This is one of the few official sites where the American Flag is required to be flown at all times.
DoraJuly 21, 2010Have your kids count the hands of the soldiers raising the flag together— there's an extra one! Powered by ParentsConnect.com
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US Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima)
US Marine Memorial Cir
Arlington, VA 22209
United States
Arlington, VA 22209
United States
The United States Marine Corps War Memorial represents this nation's gratitude to Marines and those who have fought beside them. While the statue depicts one of the most famous incidents of World War II, the memorial is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives in the defense of the USA.
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- 6:00 AM–Midnight
(703) 289-2500
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