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How did Arlington National Cemetery became Cemetery?

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What was Arlington National Cemetery before it was a cemetery?
Arlington and the land surrounding it once was owned by George and Martha Washington. It was handed down eventually to a great granddaughter who married Robert E. Lee. Further information can be...
Is the Arlington National Cemetery the largest cemetery?
Yes, because there are more than millions of military soldiers were buried at Arlington National Cemetery. So yes it's very large.
How did Arlington National Cemetery get its name?
Arlington was an estate, and the home of Robert E. Lee. Lee's wife was a granddaughter of Martha Washington and had inherited Arlington. The first southern territory the Yankees overran was Virginia...
What is the purpose of the Arlington National Cemetery?
the burial of soldiers, sailors or airman
Where are the barraks in Arlington National Cemetery?
The Honor Guards at Arlington for funerals and at the Tomb of the Unknowns are from the 3rd Infantry, "The Old Guard", the Army's officially designated ceremonial regiment. Its quite an honor to be a...