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Here is the final resting place of thousands of American soldiers, sailors and airmen. Including the grave of celebrated General John J. "Black Jack" Pershing, and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with its precision drill honor guard.

President John F. Kennedy and his wife, Jacqueline, are buried here, the grave adorned with an eternal flame. Nearby is the grave of the President's brother, Senator Robert F. Kennedy.

On October 18, 1997, the "Women in Military Service for America" memorial was dedicated and became the nation's first major memorial honoring all women who served and will serve in the defense of the United States. The memorial is located at the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery.

The cemetery is free and open to the public daily, Labor Day through March from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, April through Labor Day from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. Parking is fee-based. The changing of the guard is performed at the Tomb of the Unknowns every hour October through March, and every half-hour April through September. For more information, call (703) 697-2131