October 15th, 2009:
Iwo Jima Memorial
The Marine Corps War Memorial honors fallen U.S. Marine Corps members depicting one of the most famous incidents of World War II. The incident was witnessed by news photographer Joe Rosenthal whose picture of six men raising the American flag on Mt. Suribachi won the Pulitzer Prize and later became the symbol of the war effort in the Pacific. The depiction was also used by the American government to sell war bonds and to promote the war effort. Finally, the picture inspired sculptor Felix DeWeldon, who created a life size model of the photograph, which was later cast into bronze and brought to Washington, D.C, in September 1954.
The names and dates of every principal Marine Corps engagement since the founding of the Corps is burnished into the base of the statue, as well as the inscription: “In honor and in memory of the men of the United States Marine Corps who have given their lives to their country since November 10, 1775.”
The Memorial is located on Marshall Drive, between Rt. 50 and the Arlington National Cemetery in Rosslyn. The U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial is administered by the National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior. Telephone 703-289-2500 for further information about scheduled events.
Shirlington’s mix of entertainment, shops and restaurants
Shirlington is known throughout greater Northern Virginia as a young professional’s haven. Representing a hardy mix of cultures, Shirlington features many up-and-coming restaurants and entertainment including AMC Lowes of Shirlington (offering a 7 screen multiplex), but maintains the convenience and comfort of being located just a stone’s throw away from employers in the Washington and Arlington metropolis. Shirlington is also well known for its fully developed housing options, sprinkled with an eclectic grouping of condos, apartments, and traditional neighborhoods set in a quaint and relaxing environment that thousands of residents call home. Shirlington also features two live theaters. Classika Theatre presents a classic variety of plays and dramas, ranging from children’s theater to more serious contemporary favorites, while Shirlington’s Signature Theatre specializes in musical ensembles.
Shirlington is known for its extensive network of Metrobus routes that shuttles commuters to the Pentagon City and Crystal City Metro stations and many other destinations. The Shirlington Station is located at 2975 South Quincy Street. There are presently plans to expand Shirlington as well in order to add more commercial and residential space. With a nice mix of leisurely activities and great housing as well as an outstanding public transit system, Shirlington is yet another unique neighborhood that Arlington has to offer.
A little feedback from an appreciative client
Wow! I just got this from Jeremy W. This really makes me proud to work with Ben Fornshell.
Howdy Mr. Nesbitt–
Entrance to Belle View condominiums
I wanted to take a moment to highlight the exceptional service I received from one of your agents, Ben Fornshell. Within a few hours of emailing Ben, we made an appointment to meet the following day in order to tour Belle Haven. After meeting up at your office, we walked along the well-kept streets while Ben shared some of his experiences with the community; calmly strolling through a neighborhood on a sunny day while viewing properties is not a typical experience when searching for a new home. After touring several, I stepped into one particular unit and realized I was home. Ben walked me through the particulars before we parted. Later that day, he met with me a second time, well after working hours, to show the unit to my skeptical wife.
She eagerly concurred and five days later, we signed the lease–beating out several other applicants largely because of how well-prepared our package was. Ben’s relaxed and informative approach was a sea-change to the aggressive apartment-pushers usually lurking in real estate and is a great credit to your business and profession.
Further, his stance made it more than clear that he wasn’t merely looking to push someone into a vacant unit: he was assisting a new neighbor.
Please convey my very great appreciation for his hard work and dedication. If you’d like to post this message anywhere online, please feel free; I only ask that you omit my last name for privacy.
Sincerely,
–Jeremy
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About the Author — Will Nesbitt is the principal broker of Condo Alexandria and Will Nesbitt Realty.
Will specializes in condos, townhouses and single family residences in Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Crystal City, and Kingstowne. Will resides in Belle Haven Estates just outside Alexandria VA in Fairfax County. |
Savoy Park — garden style condos in between Skyline and Falls Church
Savoy Park is located near the intersection of Seminary Rd and Leesburg Pike (Route 7) in the county of Fairfax with a Falls Church, Virginia postal address. With shuttle directly from your front door to the Metro station and easy access to 395 and the Beltway its location is ideal for getting to Old Town Alexandria, Arlington, and Washington D.C. Included in the features and amenities of Savoy Park you’ll find:
- Washer and dryer in the unit
- Balcony views
- Clubhouse
- Pool
- Fitness center
- Controlled access parking and building
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$306,000 : 5563 Seminary Rd #212, Falls Church2 beds, 2 full baths
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$190,000 : 5573 Seminary Rd #203, Falls Church1 bed, 1 full bath
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$269,000 : 5575 Seminary Rd #106, Falls Church2 beds, 1 full bath
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About the Author — Ben Fornshell is a licensed real estate agent with Condo Alexandria. To learn more about available rentals and purchases in the area check out our free search.
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