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Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial

19 Cambridge Rd | Madingley, Cambridge CB23 7PJ, England
44 1954 210350
Ranked #4 of 109 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 39 Reviews
Type: Cemeteries
Owner description: First established on December 7, 1943, this area of 30.5 acres was donated by the University of Cambridge to serve as a permanent Military Cemetery to...... more » Owner description: First established on December 7, 1943, this area of 30.5 acres was donated by the University of Cambridge to serve as a permanent Military Cemetery to honor those Americans who gave their lives during World War II. « less
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Royston, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Calm and peaceful great place to appreciate the sacrifice of our American friends in WW2 More

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London, United Kingdom
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26 reviews 26 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I walked from central Cambridge out to the cemetary (note, this is not the best idea unless you have very good shoes and a lot of time) and was stunned by the silent beauty. The Cambridge cemetery is a bit off the beaten path, though the red tourist bus goes there, not much else in the way of transport does.... More

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Newark, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We visited on a cold wet morning and were almost alone in this beautiful setting. It was a very moving experience and we were pleased that we had visited and could try and understand the terrible loss of life remembered here- even when there were no crosses to mark a grave. The stone carving work throughout the cemetery was remarkable.... More

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Luck, Wisconsin
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

I was supremely humbled strolling the extraordinary grounds my fellow countrymen are buried in. Much can bespoke of sacrifice, duty and honor but what i felt was peace. While I was there a ceremony was being attended by a full Honor Guard rewarding a recipient posthumously with a medal in the Chapel. The grounds are meticulously kept. Following the MIA... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Located on the outlying areas of the city, in quiet and well-tended counrtyside near Madingley Hall. Historically significant reminder of sacrifice during WW2, and well worth a visit. More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

This place was very inspiring and beautiful. I made a video of my time at the cemetery, check it out before you go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ypDFevLcSJw&list=UU8j8ZD4H-XACl5I9uWV6Uyg&index=7&feature=plcp More

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Mildenhall, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012
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This is such a beautiful place, of course it would be better to not see so many crosses in places like these, but at least us, and the generations to come will not forget. More

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West Chicago, Illinois
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55 reviews 55 reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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Ozzy was our outstanding guide at this lovely cemetery honoring our fallen soldiers from WWII. I wish to note his name because he has made it his personal mission to learn all he could about the fallen soldiers piecing together bits of information collected from numerous sources until he could find children who never knew their fathers who might have... More

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Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012

It is quite a humbling experience to visit. The whole place is absolutley immaculate and a tribute More

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Dartford
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

What a way to spend a few moments in a busy weekend, by reflecting on the American people who gave of themself to keep us a free nation. More

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