We were set free today and I actually got off base. After our morning uniform inspection (again), we headed to the Metro station.
We made our way through two transfers and three stops and got off just down the street from the US Capitol. We took a walking tour along the Inauguration Parade Route with stops at the Old Post Office and the White House along the way (with quick breaks for lunch and souvenir shopping).
It was great to get off base and explore this amazing city. We all went as a group (all 43 of us) and there were times when we all wanted to get out of the group and explore on our own. Finally, a group of seven of us made it to the
Occidental Grill and had a fantastic dinner and some great micro-brews. We are completely off tomorrow and may go to Mt. Vernon but will get back into D.C.
As soon as I can find someone with a USB cable, I'll add some more pictures to this blog.
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| The Capitol is being set up for the inauguration (we are scheduled to work near the main steps!) |
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| At the U.S. Navy Memorial |
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| The media stands outside the White House for the Inaugural Paradr |
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| The Presidential Review Box in front of the White House |
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| In front of the White House |
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| We went to Murphy's Pub in Alexandria before heading back to base. |
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