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Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial

1,065 Reviews

#3 of 146 things to do in Cambridge

Sights & Landmarks, Cemeteries

Closed Now: 09:00 - 17:00

19 Cambridge Road | Madingley, Cambridge CB23 7PJ, England

Open today: 09:00 - 17:00

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“A very beautiful but haunting place considering the number of american dead and missing commemorated here”

this is a beautiful memorial to those lost in WWll and has recently had a new visitor centre where... read more

Reviewed yesterday

10beryl

Cambridge, United Kingdom

“Humbling but worthwhile ”

Visited the site with work and was given a great description of how the site and the other American... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

JimGoodridge

Southampton, United Kingdom

via mobile

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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.

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19 Cambridge Road | Madingley, Cambridge CB23 7PJ, England

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10beryl

Cambridge, United Kingdom

1510

Reviewed yesterday

A very beautiful but haunting place considering the number of american dead and missing commemorated here

this is a beautiful memorial to those lost in WWll and has recently had a new visitor centre where you can see the life stories of some of the missing, including President Kennedy's older brother lost on a 'secret mission'. The graves are beautifully kept...More

Date of experience: February 2019

Thank 10beryl

JimGoodridge

Southampton, United Kingdom

3932

Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile

Humbling but worthwhile

Visited the site with work and was given a great description of how the site and the other American cemetery’s came to be built. Absolutely a must to continue the support and to spread the stories of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Date of experience: January 2019

Thank JimGoodridge

rsara2018

152

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Dramatic and elegant

While I am often saddened by graves or memorials because of what they represent I could not help by be blown away by this one. I'd suggest it is a must see in your visit.

Date of experience: July 2018

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z_harris

England

3615

Reviewed 5 weeks ago

Moving and informative

I have meant to come here for years and recently on a walk round Madingley I came accross the entrance and ventured in. The visitors centre tells some moving tales of heroism and the role ofthe Americans in WWII, it's small but packed with information...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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JSSAmber

Cambridge, United Kingdom

28685

Reviewed 24 December 2018

Beautiful and incomplete

Although the cemetery is outside of the usual tourist areas, the #4 bus goes directly there every 20 minutes, so it's easy to get to and back from--and it's not a bad bike ride, either. Entrance is free, there are extensive modern toilets, and there...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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Although African-Americans volunteered in their droves, according to Bowman, the US armed forces had agreed, ‘that 10.6% of the total service personnel should be black. However, the AAFs took only 6.1% (145,327) at the peak (November 1943), and only 0.3% of the officers were non-white.’...More

nmaidwell123

Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

21354

Reviewed 15 December 2018

Stunning tribute to the brave fallen

What a beautiful memorial to so many brave people. The whole atmosphere of this site is one of peace. The grave stones are immaculate as is the whole site. The chapel is stunning and the visitors centre is very informative and well worth a visit....More

Date of experience: December 2018

Thank nmaidwell123

We are pleased that you found your visit to our site both informative and worthy. Next time you visit, ask us to take you one of our free tours. Just call to book one or email Cambridge@abmc.gov .

Thomas H N

Reviewed 14 December 2018

A moving and memorable experience--well worth the visit

An extraordinary commemoration of those who gave their lives in the North Atlantic and European air wars. Do visit the Visitors Center to learn the individual stories and see the video. Walk among the graves and reflect on how young they were, how brave they...More

Date of experience: December 2018

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EiMaJayhawk

Reviewed 20 November 2018 via mobile

Beautiful place full of respect and history.

My family and I visited the cemetery on our way to Lakenheath to visit my brother who is serving the the Air Force. We were greeted by the superintendent, Rich, whose passion for his job was evident upon first meeting. As we were traveling and...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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EssexYvonne

essex

370174

Reviewed 19 November 2018 via mobile

Serene, wonderful tribute

This has to be the most important place to visit in Cambridge. It is beautifully kept and very tranquil. Even though I was with my partner I felt I needed to walk round the site on my own. The chapel is just glorious and the...More

Date of experience: November 2018

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Christelle M

Cambridge, United Kingdom

137

Reviewed 19 November 2018

A very special place, very moving

This is a very special place dedicated to american men and women that fell during WW2. Very peaceful and quiet despite being just off a very busy road. Best to start a the visitor centre to get a history of the place, then take a...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank Christelle M

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popaandpat

Is there a special Memorial Day event in May as in the USA?

18 September 2018|

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Yes. Every year the Memorial Day ceremony is on the same date as in the USA.

Jackie M

Are dogs allowed on leads

4 September 2018|

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Unfortunately we do not generally allow dogs on site, only assist dogs. Our car park is in woodland and shaded, if that helps.

Ron B

Has it got a cafe?

12 August 2018|

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Just to confirm, there is neither a gift shop, nor café. However, the 4000sq foot exhibition in the Visitor Centre is open throughout the year and warm in winter.

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