Vietnam Veterans Memorial

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5 Henry Bacon Drive NW, Washington, District of Columbia

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Honoring the men and women who served in the controversial Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial chronologically lists the names of 58,318 Americans who gave their lives in service to their country.

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Washington DC gets to see all four seasons. Humidity will make the temps feel hotter in summer and colder in winter. Spring (March – May) Temp: Average high is 65.5 degrees with a low of 46.5 degrees Summer (June – August) Temp: Average high is 86 degrees with a low of 68.5 degrees Fall (September – November) Temp: Average high is 68 degrees with a low of 51.5 degrees Winter (December – February) Temp: Average high is 45 degrees with a low of 30 degrees (Source: www.usclimatedata.com)

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GPS Coordinates: 38.891112, -77.047626 Address: 5 Henry Bacon Drive NW, Washington, D.C. Nearest Intersection: Henry Bacon Drive & Constitution Ave. NW

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