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.

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Spark by Hilton Roanoke Civic Center

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Best Western Plus Inn at Valley View

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"It was a really nice stay with great staff, soft towels and a really comfy bed which is always a pet peeve for me. The only issue I had was the thermostat in the room was not functioning correctly, but besides that it was an amazing stay! They even had a indoor pool with people actively swimming which was a nice touch if I was in the mood to swim lol Would stay again anytime!"

Days Inn by Wyndham Bedford

10/10 Excellent

"It was clean and quiet and in a nice location. The only complaint I have is that the bed was so uncomfortable. The springs were popping in the mattress and the mattress creaked whenever you moved and it was very hard and outdated. I would stay here again...LOL...but I would probably bring a mattress topper."

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Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Bedford a success, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 73°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 39°F. Average annual precipitation for Bedford is 47 inches.

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When you're in Bedford, enjoy exploring the sights and attractions here including National D-Day Memorial, Peaks of Otter Winery, and Jefferson National Forest. If you have extra time while you're in the area, you might want to see Bedford Museum and Bower Center for the Arts.

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