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The Army Comes to Belvoir

Landmarks – Fort Belvoir, Virginia

Inscription. By 1910, the area including Belvoir was sold to the US Government. In 1912, the land was transferred to the War Department, designated for use as an Army training site, and was first used in 1915. By 1918, the area was ... More on HMDB

Grant's May 18th Attack The Battle of Spotsylvania Court House

Sightseeing – Spotsylvania, Virginia

Inscription. This was the home of farmer Neil McCoull and his unmarried sisters Mary, Eliza, and Milly. McCoull's farm was typical of those that dotted Spotsylvania County: a few hundred acres that... More on HMDB

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  • Inscription. The rubble of two chimneys is all that remains of Willis Landram's modest farmhouse, a building destroyed in the 1864 battle. The 65-year-old Landram, his wife Lucy, and five other fam... More on HMDB

Aladdin's Lamp Children's Books

Book Shopping – Arlington, Virginia

Helpful and knowledgeable staff. More on GoCityKids

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  • Great books for teachers, too. Helpful and knowledgeable staff. More on GoCityKids

  • Aladdin's Lamp Children's Books and Other Treasures, an owner-operated independent bookstore - relocated from its 12-year home on Broad Street in Fall's Church - continues to have a loyal following... More on GoCityKids

The Cameron Valley Early Industrial Development in Western Alexandria

Landmarks – Alexandria, Virginia

Inscription. The area west of the Mill Race complex once was a sloping meadow through which ran the meandering tail race of the Cameron Mills. The mill site itself was located beneath what is now the parking garage of the Hoffman ... More on HMDB

Olney Manor Recreational Park

Parks – Olney, Maryland

Fishing in two lakes. More on KaBoom.org

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  • about Olney Manor Recreational Park: The amenities at Olney Manor Recreational Park include several basebal... More on GoCityKids

Busch Gardens Williamsburg/ Water Country USA

Themeparks – Williamsburg, Virginia

Good food (eat something more'authentic' rather than burgers and pizza)....great rides, great shows......gr... More on Yahoo! Travel

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  • As a family we had a very enjoyable time and would go back. More on Yahoo! Travel

  • I go to busch gardens every year and only one time did i go twice in one week. My experience was wonderful ... More on Yahoo! Travel

U.S. Submarine Veterans W.W. II Memorial

Landmarks – Norfolk, Virginia

Inscription. Dedicated to the memory of the submarines, their officers and crews who are still on patrol beneath the sea. May the flame of patriotism that drove these men be kindled in the breasts of all who view this memorial. , ... More on HMDB

Sligo Dennis Ave. Park

Parks – Silver Spring, Maryland

tot lot, rain garden, lighted tennis courts, basketball, parking, recreation building. At Sligo Creek Pkwy and Dennis Ave. More on KaBoom.org

Stingray Point

Landmarks – Deltaville, Virginia

Inscription. Capt. John Smith led two exploratory voyages in Chesapeake Bay during the summer of 1608. His boat ran aground at the mouth of the Rappahannock River three miles east, on 17 July. While awaiting high tide to float the ... More on HMDB

King Farm Park

Parks – Rockville, Maryland

* 12 acres * open play field * restrooms-access with permit only * 2 play equipment * park benches * softball/baseball field (for minors' use only) * 1 soccer/multi-use field * 2 lighted tennis co... More on Rockvillemd.gov

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  • * 12 acres * open play field * restrooms-access with permit only * 2 play equipment * park benches * softball/baseball field (for minors' use only) * 1 soccer/multi-use field * 2 lighted tennis cou... More on Rockvillemd.gov

The Customhouse, 1859

Landmarks – Norfolk, Virginia

Inscription. Construction of theis customhouse began in 1852 and was completed in 1859, replacing an 1819 customhouse located at Water and Church Streets (now Waterside Drive and St. Pauls Boulevar... More on HMDB

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  • After a series of disastrous fires in early federal buildings, the language of the appropriation Acts required the Supervising Architect to design "fire-proof" customhouses. This meant Ammi B. Youn... More on Cbp.gov

Mill Point Park

Parks – Hampton, Virginia

Mill Point Park covers two acres and hosts live entertainment and festivals during the season. The park offers a waterfront ... More on KidsPlayParks

Rock Creek

Restaurants – Bethesda, Maryland

Went to Rock Creek Mazza for an anniversary celebration and had great experience! More on TripAdvisor

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  • It is a shame, since I like the concept of their menu, but this treatment means that I will never, ever ret... More on TripAdvisor

  • I had a great experience here, although I honestly avoided some of the more "healthy" choices. The service ... More on TripAdvisor

Ozeki Japanese Steak and Seafood House Inc

Restaurants – Fredericksburg, Virginia

I eat there A LOT...food is great and that's all I need lol. More on Yahoo! Travel

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  • Went to the place with a valid Restaurant.com Certificate and was treated like a criminal. More on Yahoo! Travel

  • Very rude Management. Went to the place with a valid Restaurant.com Certificate and was treated like a criminal. Worst ... More on Yahoo! Travel

Five Guys Burgers & Fries (Stafford Courthouse)

Restaurants – Stafford, Virginia

Burgers Fries and hot dogs but they're darn good at it. More on Yahoo! Travel

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  • The burgers and fries seem a bit expensive until you get them. Wow. The fries are awesome and the burgers are better than you'll get at any other restaurant ... More on Yahoo! Travel

  • The fries!!! You have to try the fries simply yummy! Quick service too! More on Yahoo! Travel