Oldest National Cemetery
Neighborhood: Southeast
Nearest Train: Stadium-Armory
Phone: +1 202 543 0539
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J. Edgar Hoover, the notorious FBI director, and John Philip Sousa, the patriotic composer, are buried here, the oldest national cemetery in the country. The 30-acre site also holds the gravesites of members of Congress, Native Americans, Lincoln-assassination conspirators and other notables. Brochures for a self-guided walking tour are available at the gatehouse.
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outstanding history
An exceptional example of cemetery preservation in progress. This cemetery has examples of beautiful...
Reviewed by:G.King from Canton MI on Dec 16 2004
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