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"A few things to look out for:  - Each state receives a pillar and they are arranged in the order they became a part of the United States, alternating from side to side.  - The memorial is divided into two side representing the Atlantic and Pacific fronts.  - The Freedom Wall and the Gold Stars honor the 416,800 American servicemen who died in uniform during WWII. Each star represents approximately 100 U.S. service members.  - There are two depictions of Kilroy hiddon on the memorial if you're eagle-eyed enough to find them!"
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"Transition from the Washington Monument to the World War II Memorial, where you can embark on a search for the monument dedicated to your home state or territory. Explore the meaningful tributes and honor the contributions of your region within the poignant context of this historic memorial."
"A bit controversial when it was created (mainly because the style has a bit of a Fascist undertone), but it pays homage to the two distinct theaters of the war - Pacific and Atlantic - and each state that sent its sons off to fight in the war. The fountains are nice!"
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Come with us for a whirl-wind trip to the capital city! This trip is planned for a Friday-Sunday weekend but could be adjusted to any 3 day travel window. DC is a great weekend destination because most activities are centrally located, and a majority of the museums and monuments included in this itinerary are completely free! Additionally, this trip is a great example of what you could expect if you book my "Premium Itinerary" travel services. 🧳Trip summary Day 1 - Travel & settle in Day 2 - Memorials & Government Day 3 - Museum highlights Why this guide? 📒 Hyper-detailed itinerary. This isn't your basic list of suggested activities & restaurants. Your days will be covered down to the minute, including time allotted for travel between activities and recommended transportation options. 🎟️ Advance ticket purchase recommendations. Avoid the lines - and disappointment - by booking tickets ahead of time. You'll be guaranteed entrance and will enjoy walking straight in, past any lines for ticket purchases. Special call outs for combo tickets to bundle and save will also be included where available! 🧾 Location-specific packing list. This won't be a comprehensive list (surely you've remembered your socks), but it will cover some key items to toss in your bag for a truly great experience at your destination. 🏆 Honorable mentions. Unless you booked a one way ticket (jealous!), you've only got a limited time to explore. The suggested itinerary includes my opinions of the best choices for first time visitors with general interest. Feel free to swap those out with any of the honorable mentions. ✨ And finally... If you are looking for a more tailored experience with a unique twist based on your interests, travel dates, and more, a custom itinerary may be best. I look forward to helping bring your vacation vision to life!
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