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    Mike F.

    Just a very short walk away from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, you will find the Vietnam Women's Memorial. The Memorial is a modest, squared area shaded and surrounded by trees. In the middle of the square is a bronze statue of three uniformed women tending to a wounded solider. Added to the National Mall in 1993, the Vietnam Women's Memorial pays tribute to the brave women of our country who served as nurses, physicians, air traffic controllers, among so many other vital roles. When visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, you owe it to yourself to pay this area a quick visit. 5 stars.

    Brian F.

    The Vietnam Women's Memorial is located in the National Mall and pays tribute to the nurses and women who served in the Vietnam War. It's located right next to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and a short distance from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The depiction of the three uniformed women serves as a reminder of the important support that women played in the war. This serves as a reminder to appreciate those who are vital to our success but don't necessarily receive the praise or recognition for it.

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    Helene S.

    During the Vietnam War, women served in many roles. Most served a nurses, but others were physicians, air traffic controllers, intelligence officers and communication specialists. Eight women died in the line of duty. Their names are listed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial located nearby. The memorial portrays three women caring for a fallen soldier. A moving tribute to those brave women who proudly served.

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    Steve A.

    A lot of pretty unknown statues are scattered across the National Mall. One of these is this statue. The Vietnam Women's Memorial has a convenient location for you to pass through. It gets overlooked by nearby memorials. Luckily this doesn't take long to look at along the way. It has a location in a beautiful area. It's between the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Memorial. This is right along one of the pathways. It may actually be considered a part of the Vietnam Memorial. That's if you consider it being more than just the wall. It depicts a nurse assisting an injured male soldier. There's also a woman kneeling sadly. Standing there is a female soldier looking at the sky. This put a lot of details into them. It doesn't take long to look at. Often there's a veteran talking in front of it. They can answer many questions about it and the war.

    Ana K.

    It's right by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It's a must-see for anyone in DC for business and/or leisure!

    Bruce K.

    To the North of the Reflecting Pool, close to Constitution Avenue, you'll find a simple memorial to the more than 250,000 women who also served during the Vietnam era as well as 11,000 who were in theater and in tribute to the 8 women who died in the War. The imagery of the monument is powerful. Three nurses, one clearly cradling a very wounded soldier and another looking to the sky perhaps she's "heard" the medevac helicopter coming or maybe she's just looking for help from a higher power.

    Kyle F.

    Not nearly as popular as the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial across the way, it stands a reminder that women also served their country and seven were killed in Vietnam. This is a permanent testament to their duty and sacrifice to this nation during America's war in Southeast Asia. If you are visiting "The Wall", take time to wander to the Vietnam Women's Memorial and pay your respects to those women who served and died for this country during that war.

    Amanda F.

    I visited this monument the same day Alabama's new law on women's health. It reminded me how women helped not during this war, but all throughout history. It was a reminder that no matter what comes our way in our life, we can plow forward.

    Courtney K.

    Bottom Line: A lovely memorial to the 265,000 women who served during the Vietnam War and the eight women who gave their lives for the cause. At the end of WWII there was a lot of fanfare and celebrations as troops returned from overseas. The United States was overjoyed that the war was over and welcomed veterans home with open arms. Unfortunately, that was not the case at the conclusion of the Vietnam War. When the controversial war was over and troops came home, the country generally didn't want to talk about the war and just wanted to press ahead. Many Americans disagreed with policy carried out in Vietnam by the United States Government and in turn unfairly treated Vietnam War Veterans with disrespect. In an effort to "right the ship" and to provide a place of reconciliation, respect, healing, and honor, the Vietnam War Memorial was dedicated in 1982, seven years after the war concluded. Two years later the Vietnam War Memorial Wall was augmented with the Three Soldiers Statue. Fast forward to 1993 and the Vietnam Women's Memorial was dedicated. This memorial consists of a bronze statue in the round surrounded by eight willow oak trees. The statue honors the 265,000 women who served in the conflict, all of whom were volunteers. Over ten-thousand women served on the front lines taking care of wounded soldiers and eight of those young ladies made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The statue shows a total of four figures - three women and one man. One woman is kneeling in grief, one woman is looking to the sky and the third women has an injured soldier in her arms. The statue reflects the role women played as nurses and care takers but also shows the despair, agony and heartache they encountered. Moreover, it shows their courage, committment and dedication. I know I can't fully understand the lifetime of pain felt by Vietnam Veterans but I am glad to have this place to come offer my gratitude and respect to the very brave women who volunteered for war.

    Anthony R.

    To be honest, we didn't even know this memorial existed so it was great to stumble across it while touring the other memorials. Definitely worth viewing and reflecting on.

    Danielle M.

    Beautiful! A gorgeous sculpture thats very emotionally stirring...

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    Executive Office of the President

    Executive Office of the President

    4.5(2 reviews)
    0.6 miFoggy Bottom

    What's prettier than the White House, the Monument, the Lincoln Memorial and the Smithsonian put…read moretogether? Yes, Ariana Grande is a good answer, but I was looking for the Executive Office on 17th St! A long time ago, the love of my life used to say that this building was the highlight of her trips to DC, and I can see why. I remember walking with her in the pouring rain next to it, and taking pictures of her exposing herself in front of it. Times change... But this building never did. It's glorious and resplendent. It reminds me of something in France, but better kept, perhaps. It looks palatial. If the White House is a little underwhelming then this executive office is completely awe-inspiring. It's level with the Capitol as my favourite building in the DC area, and is the easiest 5-star rating I've given since my Cousin Daniel got drunk and showed me the ropes.

    Didn't really have a lot of time to roam around Pennsylvania Ave. And my friend and I, being…read moreslightly less than ignorant didn't know that the BACK of the WHITE HOUSE would be on Pennsylvania Ave. ** Not impressed** So our pictures we're not exactly anythng to brag about. So we decided to take pictures in front of the Executive Office of the President where the FRONT of this architecture was much more impressive than the BACK of the White House on Pennsylvania Ave. Still a great experience to roam DC and take in the history and political side of the US. (You don't get much of that or appreciate it as much coming from the west coast. Hence, the ignorance of the FRONT vs the BACK of the WHITE HOUSE. =X)

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    Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

    4.9(119 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    If you come to visit Arlington, please do not leave without visiting the Tomb of the Unknown…read moreSoldier. It is one of the most moving and solemn ceremonies you will ever witness in your lives. This tomb is the most heavily guarded grave in the world; guarded by the elite soldiers from the U.S. Army's 3rd Infantry Regiment, known as "The Old Guard." They are there 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, through all weather conditions. The guards march exact patterns of 21 steps, pause for 21 seconds, and turn meticulously, all to honor the fallen. The tombs holds unidentified American service members from World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. The inscription reads: "Here Rests in Honored Glory an American Soldier Known but to God." The Changing of the Guard ceremony lasts about 15 minutes. This ceremony represents one of the highest honors in the United States military. During the ceremony, one Sentinel is relieved by another in a series of precise movements. The guard's weapon is inspected, and a slow salute is exchanged. In the summer, the guards change every 30 minutes. At night, the schedule extends to two-hour shifts, but the watch never ends. Visitors who plan to attend should arrive a few minutes early and remain silent throughout. Being silent during the ceremony only enhances your experience of this solemn event. This changing of the guard has been happening without interruption since 1948. On the day we were there, we not only had the privilege of the changing of the guard, but we also had the honor to witness a wreath laying ceremony, which was a really moving experience.

    The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier was such an amazing experience…read more I thought it was for one person, but it's a beautiful memorial to all of the unnamed soldiers that pass in battle. We were lucky enough to whiteness the changing of the guard. It only lasts a few moments , but it's such an amazing thing to experience.

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    4.7(616 reviews)
    2.3 miCapitol Hill

    The Library of Congress was definitely worth the stop! Admission is free, but you do need a…read moretimed-entry ticket, like most places in DC. We arrived about 20 minutes before opening, which I would highly recommend, because the security line got long fast. We were able to go inside before many got in and had beautiful views without crowding. The inside is absolutely beautiful. Several displays explain the paintings and architecture which was really interesting to read about. We were also able to see the original rough draft of the Declaration of Independence. It will only be on display for three months so this was really neat we were here for that. Definitely take your time and look around instead of just walking through. There is so much detail everywhere you look.

    A gem of a historical venue that you must check out. The library is impressive, the halls are…read moremassive and marble. But the most important thing to do is bring your ID and get your very own library card for the Library of Congress. It only takes a few minutes and an online form. There is little waiting and you get the card right then and there. We live on Capitol Hill and always bring our friends and family to this venue and they leave with a fun souvenir. The entire experience is free. One of the more impressive displays is the Gutenberg Bible just outside of the rotunda. It is complete and printed on vellum. There are only 3 of these on the planet in existence. There are only 49 total Gutenberg Bibles in existence, 12 of them were printed on vellum (which is animal skin and the most costly and most durable material from the era). And, as I mentioned, there are only 3 Gutenberg Bibles that are fully in tact and printed on vellum. Go see it. It's a crucial part of history. The other two are in The British Library (London, UK) and The Bibliothèque Nationale de France (Paris, France).

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    4.4(49 reviews)
    1.1 miFederal Triangle

    A free and excellent view of Downtown Washington DC can be viewed from the Old Post Office and…read moreClock Tower, which is the 3rd tallest structure in DC. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it was completed in 1899. This is attached to the (now) Waldorf Astoria, however the Tower is manned by the National Parks Service. The entrance is in the back of the hotel, and the elevator looks out into the hotel's atrium. When you reach the open air top floor, you'll look out for a 360 degree view. One lonely park ranger is up there, and they are there year-round. When we visited, it was completely empty and we had the space to ourselves (and the ranger).

    Actual rating: 3.5/5…read more Ok so in fairness, I have never cared for panoramic views. I came here with my friends on a day trip to DC after seeing a post about this place on social media. The entrance to the this place to see the views is incredibly tricky to access. The Waldorf took over and shut down the way to access through the building so you'll have to walk around and find the nearly completely hidden from street view entrance. For ease, I have linked the approximate location from Apple Maps below. There is a small historic background museum when you enter following the bag search and this is part of the National Parks stamping service so if you collect those speak with the nice ranger on duty. There are two elevators to travel to get to the top, the first takes you up to see views of the Astoria and the second will show you the rooftop from the Old Post Office Tower. This view is obscured by bars that make photography challenging. Would I, who does not like views, come again? No. But!!! If you are into views this is quite nice and free so I would recommend.

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