JFK's eternal flame

Last Blog of the Trip

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April 3rd 2010
Well, we are on our last leg of the trip!! Yesterday, we spent a full day in the city. We rode the Metro to Arlington National Cemetery. It was a beautiful day and people were everywhere. We were able to see John F. Kennedy’s grave and The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We also saw the changing of the guards and placement of the wreath by a group of high school students. It was great for the girls ... read more

North America » United States » Virginia » Charlottesville

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more