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The National D-Day Memorial is an awe-inspiring tribute to the D-Day Invasion, the largest amphibious military landing the world has ever seen. Bedford, Virginia, was chosen as the location of the memorial because the community of Bedford suffered the highest per-capita D-Day losses in the nation. The memorial is spread over 88 acres and is divided into patterns which represent the various stages or aspects of the invasion. The centerpiece of the memorial is the Victory Plaza arch, which can be seen for miles. The arch contains a single word, Overlord, referring to Operation Overlord, the code name of the Battle of Normandy. The arch is crowned with five chiseled elements designed to resemble the roofs of houses seen by airborne troops as they passed over the Normandy countryside on the eve of D-Day. The chiseled elements are painted in a black and white pattern, just like the stripes painted on the wings of Allied aircraft.

National D-Day Memorial

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You can learn about the history of Bedford when you stop by National D-Day Memorial. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

National D-Day Memorial
Buchanan Swinging Bridge

Buchanan Swinging Bridge

You can find out about the history of Buchanan when you stop by Buchanan Swinging Bridge. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Buchanan Swinging Bridge
Natural Bridge

The Toy Museum at Natural Bridge of Virginia

You can study the exhibits at The Toy Museum at Natural Bridge of Virginia, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Natural Bridge. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The Toy Museum at Natural Bridge of Virginia
Natural wonder

Natural Bridge State Park

You can take time to visit Natural Bridge State Park during your travels to Natural Bridge. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Natural Bridge State Park
On a cold winter day, I introduced a Brit to foamhenge. Little did she know that it was merely a foam reconstruction of her precious Druids' ancient creation, built entirely to scale. Just kidding, she definitely knew.

Foamhenge

Learn about the local history of Natural Bridge with a stop at Foamhenge. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Foamhenge

Peaks of Otter Visitor Center

After visiting Peaks of Otter Visitor Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bedford. Discover the mountain views and restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Peaks of Otter Visitor Center

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Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford

Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford

2 out of 5
921 Blue Ridge Ave, US 460 & Blue Ridge Ave, Bedford, VA
Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford
Bedford Motel

Bedford Motel

2 out of 5
2195 West Lynchburg Salem Tpk., Bedford, VA
Bedford Motel
Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford

Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford

2 out of 5
842 Sword Beach Ln Bedford VA
Super 8 by Wyndham Bedford
Natural Bridge Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Natural Bridge Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
15 Appledore Ln, Natural Bridge, VA
Natural Bridge Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Timberlake Motel

Timberlake Motel

2 out of 5
19980 Lynchburg Hwy, Lynchburg, VA
Timberlake Motel
Budget Inn By OYO Natural Bridge I-81

Budget Inn By OYO Natural Bridge I-81

2 out of 5
4331 South Lee Hwy, Natural Bridge, VA
Budget Inn By OYO Natural Bridge I-81
Comfort Inn & Suites Troutville-Roanoke North

Comfort Inn & Suites Troutville-Roanoke North

2.5 out of 5
3231 Lee Highway South Troutville VA
Comfort Inn & Suites Troutville-Roanoke North
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA

3 out of 5
7860 Plantation Rd Roanoke VA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Roanoke, VA
Quality Inn Troutville - Roanoke North

Quality Inn Troutville - Roanoke North

2.5 out of 5
3139 Lee Hwy Troutville VA
Quality Inn Troutville - Roanoke North
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