HONOR Remembering those who bravely served to protect our great nation. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE M ARINE CORPS National Museum of the United States Army — Located on the public grounds of Fort Belvior, the Army’s first national museum is a technological marvel using the latest advancements in museum exhibits to tell the story of over 30 million men and women who have worn the Army uniform since 1775. National Museum of the Marine Corps — Designed to evoke the image of the flag-raisers of Iwo Jima, the National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines. Combining UNITED STATES AIR FORCE MEMORIAL world-class exhibits with innovative interactive technology, you’ll NAVY MEMORIAL be immersed in the sights and sounds of being a Marine. United States Navy Memorial — Featuring the “Granite Sea” map of the world, the memorial honors the men and women of the U.S. Navy with towering masts, fountains, and an iconic symbol of their mission to honor, recognize, and celebrate the men and women of the sea: The Lone Sailor statue. Air Force Memorial — A national place of pride, reverence, and remembrance dedicated to the men and women of the United States Air Force and its heritage organizations. Three stainless steel spires soar into the sky, inspired by the contrails of the Thunderbirds in a precision “bomb burst” maneuver. George Washington’s Mount Vernon — Learn about Washington’s life as Major General of the Continental Army at his beloved estate. Step into his shoes by making your own decisions about battle tactics in the “Be Washington” experience.Tip: Purple Heart recipients receive free daytime admission. Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center — Stand amid some of the world’s most famous pieces of aviation history. The museum’s 10-story hangar displays hundreds of air and spacecraft, like the Space Shuttle Discovery, the grande dame of the orbiter fleet with more missions completed than any other. Civil War History — Explore Northern Virginia’s deep ties to the American Civil War at various battlefields, museums, and memorials including Manassas National Battlefield Park, the site of two major battles, and Arlington National Cemetery, originally an army encampment by Union soldiers. Washington, DC — Through its many monuments, memorials, and museums, Washington, DC pays tribute to our military branches like no other. Most are open to the public at no cost including the World War II, Korean War Veterans, and Vietnam Veterans Memorials. For more information, visit fxva.com A PATRIOTIC TOUR OF THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION Pay tribute to the sacrifices of those who fought for this country and continue to protect it at some of Virginia and Washington, DC’s most significant monuments and memorials to the soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen who not only serve but also continue to remind us that “freedom is not free.” P ot om a c AREA ATTRACTIONS Ri • ve 1. Arlington National Cemetery, Tomb of the r Unknown Soldier, and Women in Military LOUDOUN Service for America Memorial COUNTY 2. George Washington’s Mount Vernon 286 MARYLAND 3. Manassas National Battlefield Park 495 Dulles Acces Geor 4. The Pentagon s & ge W To s a WASHINGTON DULLES ll Road sh F 267 ing a ton INTERNATIONAL i r M 28 f 5. The Winery at Bull Run AIRPORT a x e 286 C m o o u r (Civil War Heritage Site) ia n l t P y WASHINGTON, DC a 14 P r kw a ay r 6 k w a MEMORIALS & MUSEUMS y 11 • ARLINGTON 16 COUNTY 17 9 18 15 6. African American Civil War 66 1 10 Museum and Memorial 7 4 8 7. Air Force Memorial RONALD REAGAN F a WASHINGTON ir 5 f 8. International Spy Museum a NATIONAL x C AIRPORT o 286 66 28 u ALEXANDRIA 9. Navy-Merchant Marine n ty P a 395 Memorial r 495 3 kw 10. Smithsonian’s National Air ay P and Space Museum o t o 11. National Guard Memorial Museum m a 13 c 12. National Museum of the Marine Corps R i v 13. National Museum of the e r United States Army PRINCE WILLIAM 95 COUNTY FORT 14. Smithsonian’s National Air and Space BELVOIR 2 Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center 15. Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History VIRGINIA 16. United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center 17. United States Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima) 18. World War II, Korean War Veterans, and Vietnam Veterans Memorials Potomac River 12 “EVERY POST IS HONORABLE IN WHICH A MAN CAN SERVE HIS COUNTRY.” – GEORGE WASHINGTON.