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The Freedom House

I always enjoy the chance to explore Alexandria, Virginia. It’s a historic city and I recently happened upon a new museum–a place I recommend all…

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The Battle of New Market

There was nothing left to do. A group of 15-21 year old students would be forced into battle if there was any hope of defending…

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Gaining Control of the Breadbasket

Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley is one of the most scenic farming regions in the world. The fertile valley is flanked by tree-lined ridges nears the states…

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Honoring America’s Heroes

Every independence day we celebrate our freedom. This soldier is reminded of the cost of that freedom as he protects the resting place of America’s…

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A Uniform of Perfection

Some jobs require you to wear a uniform. Imagine a job where that uniform had to be worn with perfection…where a deviation of 1/64 of…

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Freedman’s Village and Arlington National Cemetery

It was a village inside Arlington National Cemetery, a place where people found refuge during the Civil War. Here’s the story of the unique city…

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Arlington National Cemetery’s Section 27

Although most visitors to Arlington National Cemetery simply see the Tomb of the Unknowns and perhaps the JFK grave site, there are many interesting areas…

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A Historian for Arlington National Cemetery

Tom thought he was coming here simply to fill a summer job. Over 30 years later, he’s still here, but that’s fine with him. It’s…

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The Army Arlington Ladies

On Memorial Day we remember our loved ones, but these ladies recognize our fallen soldiers this weekend and every day of the year…

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George Washington

Sometimes a person gains so much fame, they become bigger than life. So is that the case when we hear the story of George Washington…

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