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Discover D.C. Washington, D.C. Our Nation’s Capital. World War II Memorial. Memorial Bridge, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument. President Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial. Washington, D.C. Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Washington, D.C.
Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and U.S. Capitol
World War II Memorial
Memorial Bridge, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument
President Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial
As home to our nation's government, Washington, D.C. is one of the most powerful cities in the world. Steeped in history and rich in culture, D.C. provides ample opportunities for students to celebrate the past and prepare for the future.
Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial
Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers
John F. Kennedy Gravesite and Eternal Flame
See the Changing of the Guard ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Eternal Flame at President John F. Kennedy's gravesite, and the Space Shuttle Challenger Memorial.
Iwo Jima Memorial
The Marine Corps War Memorial
"Uncommon Valor was a Common Virtue."
The Marine Corps War Memorial
The flag raisers forever immortalized in bronze
Commonly referred to as the Iwo Jima Memorial, the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, VA is dedicated to all Marines who have given their lives in the defense of the United States since 1775.
The United States Capitol Building
Library of Congress
Capitol Hill
Aerial view of Capitol HillCapitol Hill is home to more than just the Capitol Building: the U.S. Supreme Court and Library of Congress are located just off the east front of the Capitol.
“United States Supreme Court"
National Archives
The National Archives
Preamble of the U.S. Constitution
Signatures on the Declaration of Independence
Bill of RightsAt the National Archives, visitors view the “Charters of Freedom:” the original Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
Ford’s Theatre
The Presidential Box
Ford’s Theatre
Peterson House: The House Where Lincoln Died
Bust of Lincoln
On April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln was mortally shot by John Wilkes Booth while attending a play in Ford’s Theatre. Lincoln passed away across the street inside Peterson’s Boarding House.
Washington Monument
Washington Monument as seen from the Iwo Jima Memorial
Washington Monument as seen from the WWII Memorial
Washington Monument as seen from the Vietnam Wall
The most visible memorial in D.C., the Washington Monument rises 555 feet above the National Mall. In addition to being the tallest structure in D.C., it is also the tallest stone monument in the world.
Looking up at the Washington Monument
Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon
Interactive Activities at Mount Vernon
Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate
The Tombs of George and Martha Washington
President George Washington’s home located in Alexandria, Virginia.
Monuments and Memorials
Vietnam War Memorial
Vietnam Women's Memorial
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Students pay tribute to fallen soldiers at a number of sites including the World War II Memorial, the Vietnam War Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, and the Vietnam Women's Memorial.
World War II Memorial
Monuments and Memorials
Lincoln Memorial
Jefferson Memorial
Kennedy Center
FDR Memorial
President Memorials and Monuments
National Cathedral
National Cathedral
Inside the National Cathedral
View of Washington from the National Cathedral
A sampling of the Cathedral’s stone carvings
The Cathedral is a 14th Century Gothic-style structure, shaped like a Latin Cross. It is the sixth largest church in the world.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian Castle
Inside the Smithsonian Natural History Museum
The Moon Rock at the Air & Space Museum
The Natural History Museum
In 1829, British scientist James Smithson died and in his will he left his estate, valued at over half a million dollars, tothe people of the United States to found“an establishment for the increase and diffusion of knowledge.”
White House
National Cathedral
A Photo Opportunity at the White House
A Photo Opportunity at the White House
The White House as seen from the Ellipse
The home of the President and his family as well as the official office for the Executive Branch of our government, whose job is to execute or carry out the laws of our nation.
Trip Dates for the 2008-09
The trip will take place in the Spring.
The final date is to be determined. Probably April 24th – 27th.
The Monday (4/28) following the trip is a non-student day
Trip Cost
$1,390$79 of this cost is not refundable. There is also an option to purchase full refund (minus the nonrefundable deposit) insurance for $139.Insurance is recommended!
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Call Worldstrides at 1-800-468-5899Log on to www.worldstrides.comMail registration to:
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