Tour Overview
In this Walking Tour, you will learn about a number of individuals who took part in the burial of the World War I Unknown Soldier. You will also explore other sites in the cemetery that invite reflection on the sacrifices by those who gave not only their lives, but who also lost their names and identities in service of the United States. Please be mindful of remaining silent and respectful when you are at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Stops
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Tour Overview
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Introduction
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Stop 1: John W. Weeks
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Stop 2: Tomb of the Civil War Unknowns
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Stop 3: Memorial Amphitheater
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Stop 4: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
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Explore: The Meaning of the Tomb
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Stop 5: Memorial Amphitheater Display Room
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Stop 6: Lorimer Rich
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Explore: The Tomb Design
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Stop 7: Mother of the Unknown Soldier Tree
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Explore: Mourning Unknown Soldiers
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Stop 8: Charles C. Pierce
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Explore: Identifying and Bringing Home War Dead
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Stop 9: Charles Leo O'Connor
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Stop 10: Edward Younger
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Stop 11: Frank Witchey
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Stop 12: African Americans in the GRS
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Stop 13: Samuel Woodfill
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Stop 14: John J. Pershing
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Pershing and the Unknown Soldier
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Conclusion
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