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| Walking through Arlington National Cemetery. |
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| View of General Lee's plantation home. Below is President Kennedy's grave. |
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| Dueling Washington Monuments. |
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| Cherry trees, cherry trees, and more cherry trees. |
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| Changing of the guard and placement of wreath at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. |
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| At the Women in Military Service to America Memorial writing a note to the many women who have served, |
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| Pentagon 9/11 Memorial. |
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| Lonely red carnation floating beneath one of the 184 memorial benches. |
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| On the steps of the Supreme Court. |
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| Dr. Milakovic explains what we're about to see at the Library of Congress. |
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| President Jefferson's personal library. |
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| Main hall of the Library of Congress. |
This day brought the most tears and emotion for me. Standing in front of the Tomb of the Unknown Solider at Arlington gave my goosebumps, as did walking throughout the entire Cemetery. However, it was the Pentagon 9/11 memorial that hit home the hardest. Since this was something I had a realistic and personal connection to, it might have been my favorite part of the trip. I found a bench of someone who would have been the same age as me, and contemplated what it would have been like to be there on that day. As great as the rest of the day was, I would have stayed at that Memorial all day if I could have.
ReplyDeleteEmotion and tears for sure. The Unknown Soldier and changing of the guard finally hit me when they played "Taps." Music has this affect on me, as I'm sure it does to many. I would have stayed at Arlington all day if I could.
DeleteThe 9/11 memorial just made me either want to reflect deeply or listen. I didn't really check out the wall but I paid attention to the metal lines on the ground that the pebbles laid over. I believe the group that presented over this memorial said they decided not to import fully grown trees and have seedlings grow with the memorial and I think when the trees are fully grown over the benches it will give the memorial a slightly different effect or feel
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I agree with you Courtney ,The tomb of the Unknown soldiers makes me think how the family members of those that were not able to be identified feels because they also would be happy to see their love ones buried separately and not in a mass grave and their names on the grave stone like the others. After all the changing of the guards was a great experience to watch and the memories will stay with me for a long time . kenneth
DeleteI also felt the same way about the Pentagon 9/11 memorial. I too sat on the bench that had my birth year. I remembered the day when 911 took place and it brought back all the emotions that I have felt on that dark day.
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This was the day I would visit the Kennedy’s along with many ambassadors who represent freedom, justice and liberty. I find Arlington Cemetery gives me a deep moment of reflection and gratitude. As our plane arrived on Thursday, I looked out the plane window and saw all the white markers stretch for miles around a white building on top of a hill. Walking as a group, I couldn’t help but want to be alone and think deeply about all these lives in forfeit at the cost of conflict and liberty. When we departed from KC, I brought a book by Robert Kennedy. I visited RFK’s grave and JFK’s eternal flame. I then said a prayer as a sign of respect. When we visited the Pentagon museum, I felt a great sadness as I circled around the age markers. Walking more and sitting on one of the benches, I could hear the water trickle as others walked across the pebble stones. The sound and sight was almost tranquil for me to relax and hope.
ReplyDeleteI would have loved to have visited Arlington by myself as well. I think that there is something that the combination of that sacred place and solitude have in common. I would have read through as many names as possible, as well as probably find a place to just sit, think, and prayer as I was surrounded by thousands of military and their loved ones. It was truly a sight to see and I hope I can return there one day and give it the attention it deserves.
DeleteI agree that Arlington and the Pentagon are places better spent in looking in on yourself. I think this is because your vision is filled with the symbols of all the lives lost. I was emotionally overcome by the sea of headstones, it felt rude to even whisper a word. I spent alone time in both places because I felt like I needed to discover what these sights meant to me on my own accord. I did not want to view these places in a preconceived notion of how I was supposed to feel or how I was supposed to see it. I wanted to view it all through my own perception and discover my own thoughts about the souls that rested before me.
DeleteThat'ss beautiful that you said a prayer Shaun. That family deserves more respect than we can ever give them. I also thought the cemetery was something to be honored. With the group it was hard to remember that we in fact were in a cemetery. All of the headstones made up such a repectable group that can never be replaced. -Laurel
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ReplyDeleteNot to be disrespectful but my favorite part of the Arlington cemetery was that I found someone's gravestone with their initials on it that were "S" and "M" (I believe) laid over each other and it appeared to look like a money sign instead of initials from a distance. Besides that the dueling Washington monuments made me chuckle. All I could think of was Dr. Milakovic in my head saying "phallus shaped monuments from the beginning of time". Okay, to be serious. The cemetery was stunning and laid out in a gorgeous manner (as far as cemeteries can be). Robert E. Lee was living the good life on the other hand, could of made it on an episode of MTV cribs. I thought it was strange is was actually made of plaster, but painted to look like sandstone. Dr. Milakovic reassured me it wasn't cheap plaster though (thanks I guess). The changing of the guard was the least stimulating thing for me. Walking back and fourth and twirling a gun in a certain fashion. Surely I just cant understand the significance having no military background. Also my feet started to ache so I lost interest quickly.
ReplyDeleteLibrary of Congress: Wow, what a mistake not to bring my sunglasses. This building is suppose to make you feel small, but I didn't know it was also suppose to blind you as well. The sun reflecting off the crisp white made it almost impossible to see.
9/11- this was actually my favorite memorial for the day. First of all, it had benches. Many benches. Secondly it was just different. Gravel instead of grass for instance. It was just somewhere you could just sit and contemplate or talk, and I actually did have a deep discussion with classmate while here, so that goal was achieved.
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I think the more you know about the changing of the guard and the tomb the soldiers are defending, the better it gets. I'm sure it doesn't look like much, but those men symbolize our country's gratitude to the men and women who make the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. They walk 21 steps in each direction to symbolize a 21 gun salute, one of our military's highest honors given at a funeral. They twirl their guns so that the gun rests on the shoulder facing the crowds to symbolize that they stand with their weapon between the unknown soldiers (their brothers), and any threat (foreign or domestic). These men stand in every weather condition, in all hours of the day and night. This is not just a show that they put on for the people passing through the cemetery, but a true act of selfless service to their countrymen. Hope that makes it a bit more interesting/meaningful for you?
DeleteArlington memorial was beautiful filled with cherry trees. The cemetery was very organized and symmetrical. It was also nice to see the surrounding landmarks from the top of the hill. We were able to see the Supreme Court, the capital hill, and the national mall. Most of all I was surprised by the changing of the guards. It was amazed to know that they have the guards honoring the soldiers 24 hours a day. We also visited the women in military service to America memorial. It was interesting to read about the nurses that took care of the wounded during the War. I also thought the Pentagon 9/11 memorial was very interesting. They had the benches organized in birth year representing all of the people that lost their lives on that day. I sat on the bench that had my birth year. The day was filled with learning about heroes that gave their lives for our freedom and also about public servants.
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Menna,
DeleteI also noticed the beautiful cherry trees. I loved how they put them in the cemetery because it makes the cemetery look more heavenly. I also agree with you on how the cemetery was organized and symmetrical. I liked how the tomb stones were lined up and they were the same distance from each other. The designer, whose name I am forgetting at the moment, did a fantastic job. I wish we could have had more time to visit there because I would have went out through the whole cemetery.
Day three was my protest day! Taylor and I started our morning making shirts that encouraged action against sexual harassment. It is an issue that is still not given the attention it deserves. I was very happy to see a poster in the subway system that promoted our cause and extra joyed when a woman on the street stopped us to discuss it. It was wonderful to use my voice about an issue I feel so passionately towards. I had such an amazing experience at Arlington National Cemetery, it was so saddening to see the sea of simple white headstones which seemed ot never end. It put into perceptive how many lives our country has lost in the wars in which we fought, i have the up-most respect for them. I would be lying if I said I didn't shed a tear. I enjoyed the fact that the Women's Memorial was there, but was extremely disappointed in the appearance and condition. It is a shame that it is not given as much attention and TLC as the other memorials. It should be as reflective of their courage and sacrifice as the monuments for men. Hopefully, that will one day change and in that hope I made my opinion known in the books for visitors to write in at the end. The pentagon was a place of reflection for me. I laid on the bench and did my writing for the day. Sometimes its hard to take a minute and remember that you are alive and that that can be changed in an instant. It was eerie to be laying where such a tragedy took place. On to the Library of Congress, as an English Major and history enthusiast, seeing Jefferson's personal library was way too cool! I wanted to be able to dive into them, however, unfortunately I don't see the required credentials to do that in my future.
ReplyDeleteI completely agree that the Women's Memorial can not even be compared to the other memorials, in upkeep, in scale, in location, there are no words for my frustration in this fact. When Dr. Milakovic told us that they wanted it on the mall and they said no because there's no room. And then they approved the Vietnam War Memorial. And then they approved the Korean War Memorial. etc. I could have been sick I was so mad.
DeleteWHAT A DAY! Day 3 was my absolute favorite. I guess I had never paid attention to how vast Arlington Cemetery was until arriving. Everything was so clean and orderly, I sometimes forgot I was in a cemetery. The beautiful weather made the memorial so much more powerful. Under every cherry blossom was a beautiful gleam of light that shone through from the sun. When we arrived at the tombs of JFK and his family I felt such a rush of patriotism and respect. They were the "it" family during their time. People modeled their homes after the Kennedy's and being in front of their memorial made me feel honored. Before heading to Robert E. Lee's home I went to the restroom and stopped at the garden just before it. I read the signs and the garden was kept up by Lee's slaves. There were two of them and all of the food provided in the house to guests, Lee's family and the slaves was from these gardens. I thought that was pretty neat. I'm sure along with everyone else I was completely disappointed by the Women's Military Memorial. Everyone took a seat after coming from Arlington and I followed suit. As I sat there Professor Winter pointed out the building behind me and what it contained. I quickly got up and rushed inside feeling ashamed that I thought it was only a bathroom. I plan on enlisting into the Air Force after graduation so the building hit home for me. I felt empowered knowing these women had given so much time to our country. Library of Congress was also very cool to see. I especially enjoyed the Civil Rights Movement portion. I've never connected with my African-American side. Reading about men and women other than Dr. King and Rosa Parks made me so proud of my culture. These men and women paved the way for students such as myself to be seen in an equal light by everyone and they are the ones I owe everything to because I can get a college education. -Laurel Lujano
ReplyDeleteI totally agree about the Kenedy's burial site. I don't know, perhaps it's the fact that this was one entire family buried together, but the scene was very emotionaly powerful to me. There just seemed to be great respect towards this family, especially as we found out where each member was buried.
DeleteThis day brought I wide array of emotions for me that is for sure. We started at Arlington National Cemetery. I have never been a huge fan of cemeteries. I visit with my loved ones in my own way for this reason. Something about walking across bodies to lay flowers down for my loved ones creeps me out. I don't know. Anyway, I found the hoards of children immensely disrespectful in font of JFK's eternal flame and Robert Kennedy's grave. I probably overreacted as I am aware I do sometimes but I was more than a little annoyed as they kicked the chains above their graves. I was pleasantly surprised to hear about the reason though for the change thrown on some of the headstones. Dr. Milakovic shared with us that budget cuts threatened the upkeep of Arlington years ago so vistors left change as a way of saying "If you're not going to pay for it we will." Which I find immensely patriotic and cool. So, on to the next loop on the rollercoaster of emotions that was this day. The Women's War Memorial. Now, I know I do not stand alone in saying this but I was taken aback just sitting in front of the memorial. No statues in our honor. No fountains. No sign telling us what we were standing in front of. Nothing. Walking in I almost doubled over in shock. It looked like a science fair. One wall was lined with stark white poster boards on stands with back and white headshots in black frames. Underneath each was a PIECE OF PAPER cut out and taped to the board. Holy cow. I am speechless at this point. Videos that Actually depict Women in a light to be proud of are displayed on stands of metal scarps with wires sticking out and duct tape holding them together. Did I mention the churning in my stomach yet? I wondered over to the glass cases that are put together like shadow boxes and collages and I could do nothing but slump and roll my eyes as I read. "The first four women to ever receive the Purple Heart." One sentence, no names. A two inch by two square picture. I about lost it. I could go on and on in my disappointment and my hurt at this memorial as I did at happy hour with Professor Milakovic and Professor Winter but you all get the jest. It does little in comparison to all the others we have seen. It is hurtful to say the least. I absolutely loved standing outside the pentagon talking with professor Milakovic. We talked about the events of that day mostly but also reflected on many things and I found it truly beautiful. The Memorial park did just what I imagine it's purpose was, to pause, to reflect, and to come together. The Supreme Court did its job and made me feel teenie tiny. Standing outside the doors with no handles and looking up at all the great thinkers of the world inspired me. I can't wait to go back out and tour the inside. I about lost it when I saw and read about President Jefferson's personal library and the fires that destroyed it. I know you said not to say it but it was COOL. As was the rest of the Library of Congress.
ReplyDeleteCatie, I completely agree with what you have to say about the Women's Memorial. To say I was PISSED is an understatement. That was the best we could do? That was our big memorial to honor all of the women who have served our country? It was an absolute disgrace. There was one sign in the WWII section that read "Women contributed to the war effort in countless ways, far too many to list here." Are you serious? That's absolutely ridiculous! What the people should have said was that they were "too lazy to list them" or "didn't care enough" to actually give an informational and reverencing plaque explaining everything that our women have done and sacrificed for the United States. We should be absolutely ashamed that this is the "grand" memorial our nation has erected for our military service women.
DeleteDay three was a very emotional day for me , since I knew we were going to visit the Arlington Cemetery and the Pentagon Memorial I was prepared to overcome the emotional feeling which was very hard to do. As we arrived Arlington Memorial I was shock to see the amount of graves and how organized and clean the Cemetery was looking. Walking around and reading names of fallen soldiers and their ranks on the grave stones really shows honor and respect of their sacrifices. Making a stop at the grave side of JFK and family was really emotional and the fire on the grave side was really significant . Also changing of the guard was very interesting to watched and learning of the amount of training the guards needs to go through was really amazing . The pentagon memorial for me was really touching because I had a flashback of 9/11 and it was really an opportunity to see first hand about what we presented in class during our project. I think everything we said was real . I was very surprised that the memorial was not all that big and nice looking as on the pictures that we got online. After all it was a good experience for me to pay my respect to those that lost their lives on that sad day .
ReplyDeleteDay three was a very emotional day for me , since I knew we were going to visit the Arlington Cemetery and the Pentagon Memorial I was prepared to overcome the emotional feeling which was very hard to do. As we arrived Arlington Memorial I was shock to see the amount of graves and how organized and clean the Cemetery was looking. Walking around and reading names of fallen soldiers and their ranks on the grave stones really shows honor and respect of their sacrifices. Making a stop at the grave side of JFK and family was really emotional and the fire on the grave side was really significant . Also changing of the guard was very interesting to watched and learning of the amount of training the guards needs to go through was really amazing . The pentagon memorial for me was really touching because I had a flashback of 9/11 and it was really an opportunity to see first hand about what we presented in class during our project. I think everything we said was real . I was very surprised that the memorial was not all that big and nice looking as on the pictures that we got online. After all it was a good experience for me to pay my respect to those that lost their lives on that sad day .kenneth
ReplyDeleteWhen arriving to Arlington it was crazy to see how many graves there really were they and how lined up and clean it was. Seeing JFK's grave was really touching. That night me and some of the other girls went walking around the national mall at night. We went behind the Lincoln memorial and we looked a crossed to Arlington Memorial and the flame was still lite which was really cool to see. When going to the Pentagon I had a flashback of 9/11 and it was really hard. It was a good experience seeing it though.
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This day was probably my favorite day of the trip. Arlington Cemetary was appropraitely beautiful and sad, and the full force of the magnolias and the cherrie blossoms truly set the mood. It helped that this was the first day that truly marked good weather for us. Learning that Arlington Cemetery was the former plantation of Robert E. Lee, converted when the South lost the Civil war, instilled conflicting feelings within me. I could not help but think of my own home, later in my years, being taken from me and turned into a resting place for the dead. I would undeniably feel as if my life and my memories had been violated; however, as Milakovic told us, apparenty Lee left his home without much of a fuss.
ReplyDeleteThe day was not over by any means, however. Soon after, there was the changing of the guard. Wow. What else to say, but the power and ceremony of the people involved. You could have heard a pin drop. We then experienced the grandiose of the Supreme Court building and the Library of Congress. After seeing Jefferson's personal library, along with Jeferson's monument, I have also found that I may have a new favorite president.
I thought the Arlington Cemetery was amazing. It is overwhelming to see row upon row and acre upon acre of the white tombstones lined up in perfect symmetry and running for as far as you can see. Where our vision was cut off by a hill, it was certain that on the other side there were more graves of men and women who had lost their lives for this country. The trees and landscaping of the cemetery was beautifully placed, and gave the plot a feeling of peace, tranquility, and rest. I don't have much to say on the Women's Memorial, as I was extremely disappointed and livid over how horribly erected it was. The disrespect we have shown for our military women is evident in the memorial, and I am ashamed that this is the best the mighty United States of America can do to honor the women who have fought for this country, many of whom have lost their lives. It was unbelievable, and not in a good way. The 9/11 Pentagon War Memorial was the event I was most excited about, as I had done my group presentation over it and could not wait to see it in person. It fully lived up to my expectations, and even surpassed them. The entirety of the park did a wonderful job of presenting a place of remembrance for those lost in the attack on the Pentagon, and I can only imagine how it look in 5-10 years when the Myrtles have grown and are beginning to spread shade over the individual memorials of the people lost. When I go back to D.C. I intend to visit again and see the memorial at night. The Library of Congress was AMAZING! Lincoln's library took my breath away. Like most of the places we visited, I could have spent hours wandering around and taking pictures. The paintings on the ceiling was also fascinating to me, and I spent a lot of the time walking around reading what was written above us. After a while I left with a group to visit the American History Smithsonian. My favorite part of this Smithsonian was seeing the dresses of the first lades, as it gave an insight to a part of the president's that we don't often consider and which made a huge impact on their lives: their wives. We also visited the Castle courtyard and took a lot of fun pictures together. Overall, it was a wonderful day.
ReplyDeleteOverwhelmed is the same emotion that I felt when I saw the Arlington Cemetery. I know that people have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. However seeing acre upon acre of the white tombstones puts in perspective. I stood there feeling grateful for the sacrifice each tombstone represents. I agree the cherry tree and landscaping does make the place look like a place of rest.
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This day was very hard for me. When going to Arlington it was just so unreal to see how many headstones that were there. These people gave up their lives to fight for our country and for our freedom. The Women's memorial was very disappointing. It looked like they just threw something together and didn't put much thought into it.They used clip art for there signs, like really? I thought women were more important in the war than they were making it seem. Women put their lives on the line too and I feel like they deserved more. The Pentagon really hit me. I was so sad seeing the young people who had died on the plane some of them were very young. I could not get myself to sit on one of the benches. I felt like it was for the family members of the person to sit on. This just really touched me because I was alive when this happened. It was definitely a good experience going there.
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Arlington always leaves me in a puddle of tears, and this day was no different. Maybe it is because I have close ties to the military, or maybe its just my patriotic heart, but being surrounded by so many brave men and so much honor often overwhelms me. Our nation was built by men like these for men like these...home of the free because of the brave, as the saying goes. The tomb of the unknown soldier is captivating to me. I could stand on those steps all day watching the men at their stations and the people watching them. I especially love finding a veteran or two on the steps and watching their faces (and their wives faces) during the ceremony. I can see my husband and I there in fifty years or so.
ReplyDeleteThe Pentagon memorial was our next stop, and I enjoyed our time there. The atmosphere was relaxed and reverent at the same time. That is a hard balance to strike, but I think the designers nailed it. I was so glad that we listened to the rhetorical analysis on this memorial before going because it helped the design make sense.
We visited a number of the Smithsonian museums this afternoon, and spent the most time in Air and Space. We grabbed a late dinner at Rasika that night. The food and atmosphere were both fantastic, then Jen and I studied and soaked our tired aching feet. It was nice to have a quieter night, especially when we knew we would be walking more the next day.
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DeleteI agree that Pentagon memorial had an relaxing atmosphere. The atmosphere is different from any other monument that we visited. I also loved smithsonian buildings, but the one I liked the most was the Air and Space. To see Space shuttles was breath taking. Since i was a kid I loved space, so this experience was really nice. I learned a lot. My first time eating at Indian restaurant. The atmosphere and food was great.
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The Arlington Cemetery was really interesting to see. To see so many people died in war. I wondered if all those casualties are worth. A loot of people are berried there. I was thinking about the family that were affected by their death. That is a big price that is payed. The Custis-Lee mansion is beautiful. The view is breath taking. Observer can see the whole DC form the mansion. There was L'efant's Grave on the top of the hill. It look like L'efant is looking over the city he planed and by whose idea was constructed.
ReplyDeleteI saw a loot of interesting looking graves close to the mansion. Change of the guard was really emotional. It was a death silence and one of the soldiers start to play the song. I got goosebumps during that song. The view was breathtaking. I loved the 9/11 Pentagon memorial. It was so quite there, relaxing. I just seat there and was thinking about all the casualties that died that day. It was really emotional. Supreme court and Library of congress were breathtaking. Very beautiful and rich with history.
Tomislav Lubenjak
Day three, I am speechless. Before the trip I knew that this day would be a sad day, but I never felt prepared for what I saw. As we walked around the cemetery we saw so many white tombstones. At first you think it is just the left and right fields near us, and then as we got higher and looked farther out it hit me... There was just so many lives that have been lost. This was the moment that it crushed me. When I found out that later when the taps where being played that someone was being laid to rest, I was hit hard again, there is another family in sorrow for their lost one. There was yet so much that happened that day, but I was hit by the Cemetery the most.
ReplyDeleteAs in previous post, the 9/11 memorial was a time to really be broken by what happened and that lives were lost by such a tragic event. This day just really hurt, humanity does some really sad things, and I see that in front of me by these memorials for those who are lost.
The ones gone are gone. There are a lot more things we should and could do to make our world a better place. After the sadness, carry on to build up and protect what these people gave their life for is important.
DeleteDay three was also a pretty emotional day. I knew that there were many graves, but when I got there and actually saw how many, I felt my heart stop. It made me realize how many people are living without their loved ones. Then going over to the Unknown Soldier grave and seeing them preforming a burial service for yet another fallen soldier, made me hit my limits. It was really hard not to cry. It was hard to even say anything after leaving the cemetery because I was so speechless.
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed visiting the 9/11 memorial because of the design. I thought it was so cool the way they honored the ones who died on that tragic day. It still made me really sad though because I was sitting on a bench of someone who should still be alive today. And the bench I was sitting on was dedicated to a woman who was in our Navy. It is just so sad that innocent people had to die because of the hatred of one man.
Paige,
DeleteI agree that the design for the Pentagon memorial was very unique. I was impressed by how maintained the land is. The whole idea that those who died there are now gone forever by one act, but for them to have this memorial and a place for families to come to is very respectful. At first I had the hardest time sitting on the bench, really feeling as though I was disrespecting the area, and after some thought, it was set up for that purpose in mind.
This was really emotional for me as well. Not for myself but for my friends and loved ones who have family in the military or have lost those to war. I felt the need to remain quite not only for the lack of words but for those that have fallen and can not speak, a moment of silence for them.
DeleteThis was a great day! I didn't think that I would enjoy the history behind Arlington but I found it stunning. Stark white head stones, green grass and cherry blossoms set the scene for the morning. I felt great respect for all of those that fight for our freedom when standing and gazing down the seemingly endless rows of stones. The story with Robert E Lee was also interesting. I knew of Arlington and what it was, but not how it was formed. It's hard to relate to history that we aren't a part of but at Arlington, everyone feels something. Seeing JFK 's tomb compared to his brothers was another interesting piece of history I took away from the day. The change of Guard had no words to describe it. Again, this is something that I didn't think that I would be "sensitive" to but there are so many soldiers that are lost in war and not knowing who they are is heartbreaking. I love that they are forever guarded and taken care of. Given a family because they are lost or do not have one. This experience was very humbling to me.
ReplyDeleteThe pentagon memorial was very emotional. This is something I remember. When you look at the building now, you can see the portion that is newer. Starring at the building I can recall the way it looked as smoke poored from the roof. This is something that will always stay close to our generations as we lived it, as those did with any other world crisis. -Jennifer Tousley
I remember this day was the day with the perfect weather. The temperature; the sunshine and the breeze all came to me at the second I stepped out of the hotel. I wish I could fly up to the sky to enjoy a weather like this. After we arrives at the Arlington Cemetery, I can see and sense the weather did make the cemetery looks even more peaceful and harmony. The Unknown Soldiers’ tomb touched my heart strongly. We have an Unknown Soldiers’ memorial in front of the TianAn gate too and we pay respect to them just like what people does here. No matter what the soldiers personality or if the war they were fighting is just, they were all fighting for their country and people. That is something worth our respect.
ReplyDeleteThe 9/11 Memorial was very well designed. It blend art into people’s memory about this tragedy event. I despise all the terrorist al-Qaeda or Israel. They have been mistreated before and they put terror on irrelevant innocent people. That is totally cowardice. Hope countries could work together to really deal with terrorists around the world rather than put the name on the countries or groups you don’t share the same culture with.
---敖彦达 Yanda Ao