Veteran Richard Dunsmoor, of Toledo, shakes hands with a stranger, thanking him for his service in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va.

At the World War II Memorial, a group of service members from the different branches hold a presentation of colors and sing the National Anthem for the veteran on Honor Flight #54.

As veterans and guardians walk past the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, their reflections can be seen near the letters stating, “The ultimate price, Thank you,” helping many connect with those who perished in combat or are unaccounted for during the conflict.

Veteran Robert Willis, of Muscatine, takes in the sights of the Korean War Veterans Memorial.

Veteran Annie Fagan, of Cedar Rapids, was recognized for her time serving in the United States Army during the Cold War Conflict at the Military Women's Memorial in Washington, D.C. From left, Fagan receives her recognition from Volunteer Coordinator and Retired US Navy Commander Jan Fitzsimmons.

While touring Arlington National Cemetery, gravestones could be seen from every direction.

During the Changing of the Guard ceremony, the commanding officer carefully examines the new sentinel's weapon before they take their post at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Two guards of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier take questions from the Honor Flight Veterans about their position and the tomb.

Under the sun's backdrop, veterans take in the sight of the US Marine Corps War Memorial, which portrays one of the most well-known photos of World War II. The statue depicts six Marines raising the second American flag at Iwo Jima, Japan on Feb. 23, 1945.

The five Meggers brothers make their way through the Cedar Rapids Airport after returning from Washington, D.C. Many receive a firm handshake as spectators say “Thank you” or “Welcome Home.”