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The notes of “America the Beautiful” echoed as a final salute on Sept. 18, 2026, to Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Franklin Welch. He is the first MCPO of the Coast Guard to be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. #USCG #ANC

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Section 10 of Arlington National Cemetery.

📸U.S. Army photo by Elizabeth Fraser

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On Sept. 27, 2026, members of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. honored Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day with a Public Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery: https://t.co/Ps3kllJSxH

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On Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day, we honor and remember the surviving families of our nation’s fallen service members.

Gold Star Mothers and Families have been linked to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier since its inception in 1921 after World War I.

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On this first day of fall, Arlington National Cemetery invites you to experience the colors of the season and honor those who served by joining our free horticulture tours every Friday beginning Oct. 9 at 9 a.m. Stay tuned for details and visit our website for updates.

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Wreaths Across America Day at ANC is 90 days away! Join us on Sat., Dec. 19, to place a wreath at the base of service members’ and their families’ gravestones and columbarium niches, honoring their legacy and remembering their sacrifice.

Stay tuned for more information.

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Today, on both the U.S. Air Force Birthday and National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we remember Medal of Honor recipient and former prisoner of war, U.S. Air Force Col. Leo Thorsness (Section 60), whose legacy of “Service Before Self” lives on.

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HAPPY 79TH BIRTHDAY TO THE @USAIRFORCE

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Today, on National POW/MIA Recognition Day, we remember and honor all Americans who were prisoners of war or remain missing in action.

We honor their sacrifice, their courage and the enduring strength of their families.

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The Eternal Flame at the gravesite of President John F. Kennedy, capturing the sights and sounds of the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery.

(U.S. Army Video by Derek Patterson / Arlington National Cemetery)

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United States Army Office of the Deputy Chief of Staff G-1 Director of Military Personnel Management Brig. Gen. Gregory Johnson laid the wreath.

Today, we honor President Taft’s legacy.

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Happy Birthday Mr. President !

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To commemorate President William Howard Taft’s 169th birthday on Sept. 15, 2026, Army National Military Cemeteries Superintendent John G. Knapp hosted an Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the president's gravesite in Section 30 of Arlington National Cemetery.

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An Armed Forces Full Honors Wreath Ceremony honoring President William Howard Taft on his birthday will take place at his gravesite in Section 30 of Arlington National Cemetery at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15.
The ceremony is free and open to the public.

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On Sept. 11, 2026, the Office of Naval Intelligence held their annual 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony at the Pentagon Group Burial Marker in Section 64 at Arlington National Cemetery.

📸U.S. Army photos by Elizabeth Fraser

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⚠️Traffic Alert: On Saturday, Sept. 12, the D.C. Bike Ride in Washington may cause road closures and traffic delays near ANC, including Memorial Bridge from approximately 6 to 9:30 a.m. Drivers should expect delays and allow extra travel time. More info: https://t.co/YdC10a6KtC

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Marking 25 years of remembrance, two ANC employees reflect on being on these hallowed grounds during 9/11. We honor the lives lost and the first responders who answered the call.

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(U.S. Army Video by Derek Patterson / Arlington National Cemetery)

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On Aug. 31, Office of Army Cemeteries and Army National Military Cemeteries Executive Director Karen Durham-Aguilera hosted Chief of Royal Thai Army Gen. Pana Claewplodtook for a public wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery.

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As a third-generation Army veteran, it has been the honor of a lifetime to serve as the Secretary of the Army under President Trump and Secretary Hegseth. Tomorrow is my last full day in the role.

Our Soldiers, Civilians, and their Families are our Nation's very best, and they have inspired me every day. I am sincerely thankful for their service and sacrifice.

I had the privilege of working with them to modernize and accelerate how the Army mans, trains, and equips the most lethal fighting force on the face of the earth. We could not have made the progress we did without the support of Secretary Hegseth.

I am forever grateful to President Trump for the opportunity to once again serve my country.

Dan Driscoll
26th Secretary of the Army

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📚As we enter the new school year, Arlington National Cemetery is here to help learners of all ages honor, remember and explore our nation’s history and the people who shaped it.

Find out more about the ANC Education Program at https://t.co/28UACG1Ex0.

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Sights and sounds of the Soldiers’ and Airmen’s Home National Cemetery in Washington, D.C. Did you know this cemetery is one of the country’s oldest national cemeteries? Follow along with us and stay tuned next week to learn more about the history of this sacred site.