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Arlington National Cemetery

Virginia · United States

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6 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Arlington National Cemetery

    Welcome to Arlington National Cemetery. As you stand near the entrance of this hallowed ground, you are at the threshold of America’s most revered sanctuary. …

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  2. 2Supreme Court Justices' Gravesites

    Leaving the immediate vicinity of the Kennedy terrace, we take a short walk just beyond his gravesite to an area that frequently surprises first time visitors. You might assume, quite logically, that Arlington National Cemetery…

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  3. 3The Custis Family Graves in Section 13

    Leaving the immediate grounds of the mansion, we take a short, contemplative stroll toward Section thirteen of the cemetery. The landscape here is characterized by mature trees that cast long, solemn shadows over the grass. …

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  4. 4The Memorial Amphitheater

    As we walk south from the Custis family plot, the dense canopy of trees begins to part, revealing an architectural marvel that commands absolute awe. Rising before us is the Memorial Amphitheater, a colossal structure crafted…

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  5. 5Section 11 and Old Fort McPherson

    Leaving the intense, structured environment of the Tomb behind, we take a short walk along the shaded paths to a sprawling expanse known simply as Section eleven. As you look out over the gently rolling, beautifully manicured…

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  6. 6Closing

    As we walk back down the hills toward the main gates, returning to the bustling energy of the city, let us pause to process the immense journey we have just undertaken. We have traversed an estate that embodies the absolute…

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What is Arlington National Cemetery?

Arlington National Cemetery is a place in Virginia · United States with 6 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationVirginia · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections6
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates38.8831, -77.0656
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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