Commemorating the 150th anniversary of Arlington National Cemetery this updated edition includes new images an afterword by Brigadier General Creighton Abrams Jr. and a revised map of the cemetery including newly acquired additional land. Bittersweet and breathtaking this gorgeously illustrated edition guides readers gently through the stories of Arlington National Cemeterys surprising origins the people who tend the graves and mourn the fallen heroes the tomb guards the services and more. With nearly 200 exceptional photographs poignant essays and a detailed map of the historic points of interest and memorials this commemorative book of Arlington National Cemetery is a treasure. Touching new photographs of the 150th anniversary commemorations mark this historic milestone for the world-famous cemetery both a fitting tribute and a stirring reminder of the values Americans hold dear.
