This weekend was an escape from Zelda and instead, explore some areas around Maryland. One of the few good things about living around Washington DC is the free access to museums and monuments. We decided to visit Arlington National Cemetery and look for the marker of Lynn's great uncle, Marion Dufilho, that was killed in World War II. Marion was a naval aviator who graduated from the US Naval Academy, and was killed during the battle Solomon Islands in 1943. He was flying a Wildcat and his body was never discovered. A navy destroyers escort ship was named the "USS DUFILHO" in his honor.
We also visited the graveside of President Kennedy, Audie Murphy, the memorial for the Space Shuttle Astronauts and Iran hostage rescue solders and the tomb of the Unknown Solders. We stayed and watched the changing of the guard and laying of the wreath. Afterwards, a bugler played taps.
Today is Renee and Greg's first wedding annivesary. Hard to believe it has already been one (1) year. Next week, we will be helping them move to Evansville, Indiana.
Markers at Arlington National Cemetery
The memorial marker for Lt. Marion Dufilho.
The location of Lt. Dufilho's marker in section D of Arlington Cemetery.
Jennifer and Jessica at President Kennedy's graveside.
Graveside of the most decorated US solder of World War II.
Memorials to both space shuttle crews and those lost in the Iran hostage rescue attempt.
The tomb of the unknown solders overlooking Washington DC.
Guarding the Tomb.
The changing of the guard.
Changing of the guard.
The laying of the wreath.
Thank you so much for sharing these beautiful Memorial pictures. God bless our Military and their loved ones.
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