The U.S Air Force Memorial honors the service and heritage of millions of men and women who have served in the U.S. Air Force.
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‘Integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do.’Air Force Memorial
Situated on prominent land, the Air Force Memorial overlooks Washington DC, Arlington VA and the Potomac River. The Memorial depicts a picture of flight of jet / space vehicles and memories of their pioneers.
The 3 core values of the US Air Force are represented by the 3 spires of different heights and asymmetrical: ‘Integrity first, Service before self and Excellence in all we do’.
The Air Force Memorial can be seen all over town but Arlington Ridge provides a dynamic view.
Air Force MemorialAir Force Memorial as seen from the Representative
The Air Force Memorial is sited on a promontory overlooking Washington D.C., Arlington VA and, between them, the Potomac River. The Memorial's spires measure 270 feet. These spires tower above the Pentagon, Rosslyn and Crystal City. The Memorial was formally dedicated on October 14, 2006. The Memorial remains dedicated to the United States Air Force service members and the Heritage Organizations of the USAF.
The design of the Memorial intends to evoke a modern image of flight by jet and space vehicles, but yet remembers the pioneers of flight who came before. The three spires of the Monument represent the three core values of the US Air Force: Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do. It is interesting to note that the spires are different heights and asymmetrical giving the Memorial a dynamic quality that offers different views from every angle. Although the Air Force Memorial is visible all over town, one of the best views is from Arlington Ridge. At the end of Arlington Ridge Road, the Representative overlooks much of the samevistas as the Memorial.
