Washington Monument weeks away from re-opening after repairs
For years, people have only been able to gaze at the recognizable Washington Monument in the nation’s capital; repairs and ...
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A Tribute to George: The Washington monument
It wasn’t until 1833 that a group of citizens including Eliza Hamilton, Dolley Madison, Louisa Adams and others formed the Washington National Monument Society. By 1836, the group had elected a ...
National parks, monuments and attractions that may be closed during a government shutdown
The possibility of a government shutdown means many federally funded national parks, monuments and attractions might be closed until the government reopens.
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You might be surprised why George Washington created our first military medal
Fall 1854: By the end of the building season, the Washington Monument stood 152 feet tall and the Washington National Monument Society had exhausted all funds for the project. 1861: The monument ...
Cherokee Nation's 12th Warrior Flight visits Washington D.C.
Veterans participating in the Cherokee Nation's 12th Warrior Flight are touring national war monuments in Washington D.C.