Iwo Jima Memorial

Day 3 - Washington DC (Day # 1)

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June 17th 2012
Well our sleeping patterns were a bit weird but we were up as planned around 7.30am in time for breakfast. Plenty to choose from the buffet included in our room rates and I showed some discipline by having a bowl of cereal with some yoghurt and fruit as well (doubt that will last !). Weather was fine and sunny. Top temps of around 30 degrees Celsius expected. We had two activities planned an ... read more

North America » United States » District of Columbia » Washington D.C.

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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