Today is Veterans Day across the country but due to the many war and veteran memorials around the metro area, Veterans day is a great day to visit Washington D.C. to pay respects to those who have served in our country's wars. Almost all of the major memorials will hold special ceremonies today to honor the troops, below is a list of the events across the city.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Constitution Avenue and Henry Bacon Dr. NW, Washington, DC. Color guard, speakers and a wreath-laying ceremony will take place at 1 p.m.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Constitution Avenue and Henry Bacon Dr. NW, Washington, DC. Color guard, speakers and a wreath-laying ceremony will take place at 1 p.m.
Arlington National Cemetery Across the Potomac from Washington at the west end of the Memorial Bridge, Arlington, Virginia. This is the national Veterans day service with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. 11 a.m. Seating in the amphitheater is limited, so visitors should plan to arrive at least a half hour before the ceremony.
Vietnam Women's Memorial Constitution Avenue and Henry Bacon Drive, NW Washington, DC. Storytelling at 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
World War II Memorial 17th Street, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, NW Washington, DC. Wreath laying
Source: http://www.dc.about.com/
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