Arlington National Cemetery

Introduces the history of our national burial ground and discusses some of the people, particularly those in the American military services, who are buried there. The symbols of our country are easy to recognize, but their significance is not as widely known. Icons such as Arlington National Cemetery, the Hoover Dam, and the Lincoln Memorial stand for our nation's pride, ingenuity, and courage...and these qualities stem directly from real events in U.S. history! Each title in this enlightening series offers the complete story of one important destination or landmark in the United States, providing historical illustrations and essential information for social studies students.