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May 26, 2025

Taps Across America 2025

The Doughboy Foundation

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National WWI Memorial
14th Street NW and Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20004
3:00pm ET

Taps will be sounded at the National WWI Memorial on Monday May 26th at 3 pm as part of the annual TAPS ACROSS AMERICA PROGRAM.

America's 250th [5]
Our Initiatives [6]
Join America250's Kick-Off Celebration!

Join America250's Kick-Off Celebration!

The one-year countdown to America’s 250th birthday will kick off at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a Salute to America celebration featuring remarks by the President of the United States.
- RSVP to Join!
Grand Military Parade & Celebration

Grand Military Parade & Celebration

Honoring the past, celebrating the present, and inspiring the future of American service.
- Watch the Parade
- A Look Back
America’s Field Trip

America’s Field Trip

A multi-year contest for students in grades 3-12 to submit artwork and essays for the chance to earn unique experiences at iconic American sites.
See more ways to get involved
Our Initiatives
About America250
Our Partners
The Latest [9]
Calendar
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