Storm Damage

As a result of severe weather on Thursday, June 19, Arlington National Cemetery suffered storm damage. Throughout the week, cemetery crews will be conducting work to clean up this damage. Click "read more" for details. 

Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 read more ...
Important Visitor Information

In accordance with current DoD guidance, ANC has implemented increased security measures to ensure the safety and reverence of this sacred space. Please click "read more" for details. 

Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 read more ...

11. Frieze

In the frieze over the east entrance of the reception hall building, the female figure represents Pallas Athene, the Greek goddess of wisdom, science and just war. The male figure represents Mars, the Roman god of war. In the center, a grouping of armor, helmets and weapons captured from the enemy—the “conquered pile”—represents victory. In 1934, the original plaster frieze was replaced with a marble frieze designed by sculptor Ulysses A. Ricci.

 

 

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