USS Maine Mast Memorial, Arlington

Name: USS Maine Mast Memorial
Address: Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, United States

#14 among attractions in Arlington

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The USS Maine Mast Memorial is a memorial honoring those who died aboard the USS Maine on February 15, 1898, after a mysterious explosion destroyed the ship while at anchor in Havana Harbor. It is located in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia, in the United States. The memorial consists of the main mast of the battleship set atop a circular concrete burial receiving vault designed to resemble a battleship turret. The memorial has occasionally been used to hold the remains of important individuals, such as Lord Lothian and Ignacy Jan Paderewski. ()

Unveiled: 1915Coordinates: 38°52'35"N, 77°4'29"W

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Arlington National CemeterySouth Arlington (Arlington National Cemetary)Arlington United States

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Day trips

USS Maine Mast Memorial – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, John F. Kennedy Eternal Flame, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington House.

1.2 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
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Museum, Memorial site
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Memorial, Monuments and statues, Historical place
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~1940 ftNE
Memorial
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to USS Maine Mast Memorial?

Nearby attractions include Spanish–American War Memorial, Arlington (2 min walk), Rough Riders Memorial, Arlington (3 min walk), Spanish–American War Nurses Memorial, Arlington (3 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Arlington (4 min walk).

How to get to USS Maine Mast Memorial by public transport?

The nearest stations to USS Maine Mast Memorial:

Bus

S Courthouse Rd at 2nd St S • Lines: 42, 45, 77 (14 min walk)
2nd St S at S Courthouse Rd • Lines: 42, 45, 77 (14 min walk)

Metro

Arlington Cemetery • Lines: Bl (22 min walk)
Court House • Lines: Or, Sv (30 min walk)