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Article Published 2008
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Facts about the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the
Sentinels of the Third United States Infantry Regiment "Old Guard"
They must commit 2 years to guard the tomb, live in a barracks
under the tomb, cannot drink any alcohol on duty nor off duty FOR THEIR ENTIRE LIFE. They cannot swear in public FOR THEIR ENTIRE LIFE and cannot disgrace the uniform or the tomb in any
way.
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Washington D.C. - The Capital
Washington D.C. the capital of United States of America, anticipated to draw thousands if not millions, of visitors to Obama's Inauguration across America and from around the world.
Preparations are underway, for a grand event ushering in the new President of America. The cry for "change" has inspired many American's to once again have hope of a better tomorrow, encouraging better quality of life, rebuilding community values, a more wiser nation.
Obama's win enriches the nation not only for blacks but for all races. For the first time in the history, America truly is the land of opportunity for all and for world to see. The challenges Obama faces are many starting with the financial crisis, education system, health care, secure jobs and healing America international relationship.
Visitors and tourist can expect a day filled with ceremony, guards, salutes, parades, speeches, including a ball refer now a days as a party. That will be be compared to John F. Kennedy's inauguration in 1961 from which these famous words echoed today in our mind - "Ask not what not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country" speech.
Let's remember we have picked a leader, who will do his best during the term of office. But, the burden falls on the shoulder of every America to make the dream become reality. To rise to the cause, we are one nation working together at this moment in time for our children, children.
Obama's Inauguration marks an important event set to takes place at noon on the steps of the west front of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Chief Justice John Roberts Jr., will oversee the changing of the guard by administering the oath of office. Afterwards the most anticipated Inaugural Ball that will last to the early morning hours.
Bring the family enjoy the thrill and excitement, Explore everything Washington DC has to offer on a two-day tour
combo. Tour inside the capital's public buildings, see Washington DC's
famous monuments, and visit the home of George Washington at Mount
Vernon. 2-Day Grand Tour of Washington DC
Native American Proverb:
"We do not inherit the earth from our
ancestors, we borrow it from our children."
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