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Quantico National Cemetery

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Quantico National Cemetery is a United States national cemetery located in Prince William County, Virginia, situated adjacent to the Marine Corps Base Quantico. Established in 1983, the site provides burial services for eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and their families from the mid-Atlantic region. The grounds are maintained by the National Cemetery Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs. It remains an active military cemetery, featuring standard upright marble headstones.

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Where is Quantico National Cemetery located?

Quantico National Cemetery is in Prince William County, Virginia, next to Marine Corps Base Quantico. Its location connects the cemetery closely with the history and personnel of the United States Marine Corps.

When was Quantico National Cemetery dedicated?

The cemetery was formally dedicated on May 15, 1983. The Department of Veterans Affairs manages it as a national cemetery for eligible service members and veterans. [VA cemetery page](https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/quantico.asp)

Who is eligible for burial at Quantico National Cemetery?

Eligibility generally includes qualifying members of the U.S. armed forces who meet the required active-duty service conditions and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. Eligibility can also extend to certain spouses and dependents, so families should confirm details with the Department of Veterans Affairs. [VA eligibility information](https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/quantico.asp)

What is the Edson's Raiders memorial at Quantico National Cemetery?

The Edson's Raiders monument honors the Marine Corps unit associated with the Guadalcanal campaign. It was the first memorial dedicated on the cemetery's memorial pathway, unveiled on August 6, 1989. [VA cemetery page](https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/quantico.asp)

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