One of the best things about living in the DC area is having
access to so many unique cultural amenities and events. Last Friday, in honor
of the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, the Arsenal of Democracy
organization staged a unique flyover featuring more than 50 vintage planes from
the World War II era.
A big-time plane buff, my husband
took the day off so that he and I could head into the city and watch the
formations soar above the National Mall. After grabbing lunch at Sweetgreen
(best bacon-blue cheese salads ever!), we found a good place to stand and view the hour-long show, which featured various types of planes flown in
sequential order based on when they were used during the war.
B-17
B-25s
B-29
Catalina
P-51s
Missing Man Formation
While we enjoyed watching all of the planes, we especially loved seeing a
B-24, the type of aircraft Stephen’s grandfather once flew.
B-24
What types of cultural events does your city usually host? Do you like witnessing them in person?
how fun! i love living in a big city just for this purpose--so many cultural events
ReplyDeleteMe, too. There's so much incredible history to discover in DC.
DeleteI live in a small town. I really wish it hosted some cultural events.
ReplyDeleteIf you ever plan to visit DC, let me know! There are so many things to do, and many of the museums are free.
DeleteThat is SO cool! You and Stephen are so lucky to have that in your area and it must have been extra cool to see a plane flown by his grandpa!
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It was! I am so grateful for all of the wonderful opportunities we have had here.
Deletethis is totally cook...my son would have loved this! and i couldn't agree more about cultural events in DC!
ReplyDeleteYeah, we saw a lot of people there with kids! There are so many wonderful events and museums here in DC that can help them appreciate history.
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