San Francisco National Cemetery — Attraction in San Francisco

even though we are not from the US you could really feel the history hidden in this place. besides that the view on the bay is really nice if you walk up to the top of the cemetery. when we walked back down we encountered an elderly man with his daughter. it was very hard for him to walk up the hill. she asked us for a specific grave number and we kindly pointed her into the right direction. after asking if she needs some help she replied "thanks, we are fine.... that's just my dad who, on passing by, remembered that HIS dad is burried here" which gave us goosebumps and made this place stay in our...

My father, Lt (jg) Robert Trask Terry, M.D. is buried here. The cemetery is beautifully sited and beautifully maintained, especially with the recent initiative to re-set every stone with laser-like precision. Thanks to those who keep this place looking as sacred as it should.

As for the questions as to why it is national, this is because it is administered and maintained by the federal government as a...

A place of honor for all those who served this land they call home! We as a nation, are made up of nationalities from all parts of the world to make these United States what it is today!

I honorably served my country, dedicating 6 years of my life in the United States Army and proud of my country!

I try to pay homage to this sacred place everytime I come here! "God Bless The Troops & God...