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Learn how the Washington Monument honors George Washington as the first president and commander of the Continental Army. Discover the challenges and achievements of building the tallest obelisk in the world from 1848 to 1884.
The Washington Monument is an obelisk on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., built to commemorate George Washington, a Founding Father of the United States, victorious commander-in-chief of the Continental Army from 1775 to 1783 in the American Revolutionary War, and the first President of the United States from 1789 to 1797.
7 de abr. de 2024 · Washington Monument, obelisk in Washington, D.C., honouring George Washington, the first president of the United States. Constructed of granite faced with Maryland marble, the structure is 55 feet (16.8 metres) square at the base and 554 feet 7 inches (169 metres) high and weighs an estimated.
Although the Washington Monument was finished in December of 1884 and dedicated in February of 1885, several more pieces were added before opening to the public in 1888. For a few years, the Washington Monument remained the world’s tallest structure until the erection of the Eiffel Tower in Paris in 1889.
14 de dic. de 2022 · Learn about the little-known history of the first monument dedicated to George Washington in the U.S., built by volunteers in 1827. Find out how it survived neglect, vandalism and war, and how it was restored in the 20th century.
12 de ene. de 2024 · Learn about the Washington Monument, a 555-foot obelisk that honors George Washington, the first president of the United States. Find out how it was built, restored, and what amenities it offers to visitors.
