The Most Famous Monuments Of Washington D C
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The Most Famous Monuments Of Washington D C
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Author : Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: CreateSpace
Release Date : 2015-02-02
The Most Famous Monuments Of Washington D C written by Charles River Editors and has been published by CreateSpace this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-02-02 with History categories.
*Includes pictures*Includes accounts of the origins and construction of the monuments written by people who worked on them*Includes bibliographies for further reading*Includes a table of contentsPeople have always loved symbols and monuments, and monumental architecture has always been as much symbolic as functional. The pyramids of ancient Egypt were artificial mountains expressing the link of the pharaoh to the gods, and mountains have always been associated with the divine in the human imagination. The Colossus of Rhodes, the Roman Senate House and Temple of Capitoline Jove, the Grand Teocalli and Tzompantli or skull-rack of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan, the Forbidden City of Peking, the Parisian Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile and the Brandenburg Gate of Berlin, all provide or provided material focuses for national ideals, beliefs, and culture. There are countless ways that Washington, remembered as "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen," has been commemorated across America, but the most famous is the Washington Monument. Congress had actually called for establishing a monument to Washington as far back as 1783, but it would not be until the 1830s that work on the world's tallest obelisk began in earnest. In fact, while the Washington Monument is taken as a given today, and it was designed to be “unparalleled in the world, and commensurate with the gratitude, liberality, and patriotism of the people by whom it is to be erected,” there were several issues that nearly prevented it from being a reality, including political arguments, costs, and lack of progress. Though it may be hard to believe, the Washington Monument was not dedicated until the 1880s, nearly half a century after it was first proposed. By the time it was finished, however, it was clear that the wait was worth it. Soaring nearly 550 feet into the air, the Washington Monument was the tallest structure in the world upon its completion, and it immediately began drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors, who could either climb stairs to the top or ride an elevator. The monument has remained one of the most instantly recognizable structures in the world ever since. There are countless ways that the Great Emancipator has been commemorated across America, but the most famous is the Lincoln Memorial, which would not be completed until well over half a century after his death. Lincoln had called upon Americans to bind up their wounds in his Second Inaugural Address, and in many ways the memorial was the result of the country's sectional reconciliation, making it all the more fitting. In the end, the time it took to complete the memorial was worth the wait, as the finished product included a masterfully sculpted statue of Lincoln sitting in the middle of a giant structure that immediately brings to mind an Ancient Greek or Roman temple. Situated across the National Mall from the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial is perfectly positioned, and thanks to Lincoln's presidency and freeing of the slaves, the memorial has become a poignant symbol for protests, especially at the height of the Civil Rights Movement when Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his “I Have a Dream” speech. Jefferson's life and career are still sometimes fiercely debated today. As a result, it's only fitting that the Jefferson Memorial would also be majestic and controversial. A tranquilly elegant neoclassical building fronted by slender pillars and topped by a gently domed roof, the Jefferson Memorial stands among other American monuments near the shores of the Tidal Basin in Washington D.C. Housing a five-ton, nineteen foot tall statue of Thomas Jefferson, the building looks as though it could be as long-established as the White House itself, but it is actually much newer. Facing opposition on several fronts when it was first proposed, including outcries from those who objected to its neoclassical style.
The Lincoln Memorial
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Author : Charles River Charles River Editors
language : en
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Release Date : 2018-02-18
The Lincoln Memorial written by Charles River Charles River Editors and has been published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-02-18 with categories.
*Includes pictures *Includes accounts of the memorial's construction by people who worked on it *Explains how the memorial's site was chosen and how it was built *Includes a table of contents "IN THIS TEMPLE AS IN THE HEARTS OF THE PEOPLE FOR WHOM HE SAVED THE UNION THE MEMORY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN IS ENSHRINED FOREVER" - The epitaph by Royal Cortissoz engraved in the Lincoln Memorial People have always loved symbols and monuments. Even before there was any sort of written language, there were places and things considered sacred, whether it was the Mesopotamians' ziggurats or the Egyptians' pyramids. Thus, it had long been a practice to make some sort of memorial to those who had died as a way to remember and honor them. Abraham Lincoln is one of the most famous Americans in history and one of the country's most revered presidents. Schoolchildren can recite the life story of Lincoln, the "Westerner" who educated himself and became a self made man, rising from lawyer to leader of the new Republican Party before becoming the 16th President of the United States. Lincoln successfully navigated the Union through the Civil War but didn't live to witness his crowning achievement, becoming the first president assassinated when he was shot at Ford's Theater by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, 1865. Given the importance of Abraham Lincoln to the country, it's no surprise that plans to build monuments to him began within months of his death. There are countless ways that the Great Emancipator has been commemorated across America, but the most famous is the Lincoln Memorial, which would not be completed until well over half a century after his death. Lincoln had called upon Americans to bind up their wounds in his Second Inaugural Address, and in many ways the memorial was the result of the country's sectional reconciliation, making it all the more fitting. In the end, the time it took to complete the memorial was worth the wait, as the finished product included a masterfully sculpted statue of Lincoln sitting in the middle of a giant structure that immediately brings to mind an Ancient Greek or Roman temple. Situated across the National Mall from the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial is perfectly positioned, and thanks to Lincoln's presidency and freeing of the slaves, the memorial has become a poignant symbol for protests, especially at the height of the Civil Rights Movement when Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his "I Have a Dream" speech. The Lincoln Memorial: The History of Washington D.C.'s Famous Monument chronicles the construction and history of one of America's most famous memorials. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Lincoln Memorial like never before, in no time at all.
Monuments And Memorials Of Washington D C
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Author : Allan M. Heller
language : en
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Release Date : 2006
Monuments And Memorials Of Washington D C written by Allan M. Heller and has been published by Schiffer Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Memorials categories.
Washington, D.C. is no mere seat of government; the city is also a repository of American culture and history. Some of America's greatest moments and heroes are commemorated by monuments and memorials of marble and bronze that inhabit traffic circles, parks, the famous Mall, and Arlington National Cemetery. In this book, over 500 color images display these reminders of great men and women. The detailed text recounts their histories and provides the location of each famous monument, including the Adams Memorial, African American Civil War Memorial, Albert Einstein, Benjamin Franklin, Iwo Jima/United States Marine Corps Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Tomb of the Unknowns, and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Lesser-known memorials also appear, providing more intimate reminders of special people from every walk of life. This book is an easy-to-use and essential reference for anyone planning a vacation in Washington, D.C., and the perfect check-off list for area residents who want to see and do everything.
Monument Wars
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Author : Kirk Savage
language : en
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Release Date : 2011-07-11
Monument Wars written by Kirk Savage and has been published by Univ of California Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-07-11 with Art categories.
Kirk Savage explores the National Mall in Washington D.C., site of some of the most important & poignant memorials in the U.S. He shows how the idea of monument has changed over the decades, & how the 19th century concept of the monument has given way to the late 20th century idea of 'space', the monument as an experience.
History Of The Washington National Monument And Of The Washington National Monument Society 1902
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Author : Frederick Loviad Harvey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2009-03
History Of The Washington National Monument And Of The Washington National Monument Society 1902 written by Frederick Loviad Harvey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-03 with Literary Collections categories.
This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
10best Washington Dc
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Author : 10Best
language : en
Publisher: BookPros, LLC
Release Date : 2006-09
10best Washington Dc written by 10Best and has been published by BookPros, LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-09 with Travel categories.
Discover Washington, DC's best restaurants, nightclubs, sights and activities, day trips and more. Concise ranked recommendations, contact details, maps, traveler tips, city overview and access to online resources.
Dc Area Monuments And Memorials
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Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on National Parks, Historic Preservation, and Recreation
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2000
Dc Area Monuments And Memorials written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Subcommittee on National Parks, Historic Preservation, and Recreation and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2000 with Social Science categories.
Interesting Facts About Washington D C
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Author : Eddie Alfaro
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-02-13
Interesting Facts About Washington D C written by Eddie Alfaro and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-02-13 with categories.
Most people know that Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States. There you can visit some of the world's most famous monuments and memorials. But there are some facts about D.C. that many people would be surprised by.
Classical Architecture And Monuments Of Washington D C A History Guide
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Author : Michael Curtis
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2018
Classical Architecture And Monuments Of Washington D C A History Guide written by Michael Curtis and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with Architecture categories.
For architecture aficinados and historians, this comprehensive view of the statues, monuments and architectural plans of Washington DC provides an exciting insight into our federal city. Author Michael Curtis guides this tour of the heart of the District of Columbia's buildings, statues, and monuments. Classical design formed our nation's capital. The soaring Washington Monument, the columns of the Lincoln Memorial and the spectacular dome of the Capitol Building speak to the founders' expansive vision of our federal city. Learn about the L'Enfant and McMillan plans for Washington, D.C., and how those designs are reflected in two hundred years of monuments, museums and representative government. View the statues of our Founding Fathers with the eye of a sculptor and gain insight into the criticism and controversies of modern additions to Washington's monumental structure.
Washington
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Author : Paul Kelsey Williams
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2002
Washington written by Paul Kelsey Williams and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with History categories.
Washington, D.C. is well known for its expansive mall and world famous monuments, but relatively little has been published about the district's historic neighborhoods, where residents have lived since its selection as the nation's capitol in 1790. This volume compares rare vintage photographs with contemporary views and paints a fascinating historical portrait of the dynamic neighborhoods that support the growth and prosperity of the nation's capitol. Then and Now: Washington, D.C. includes images of U Street's nightlife, produce and fish markets along the waterfront, the prestigious Congressional Cemetery of Capitol Hill, popular drinking holes on Pennsylvania Avenue, Orville Wright's groundbreaking test flight in 1909, and Georgetown's renowned Dodge Mansion radically changed over the years. These photographs, many of them never before published, shed new light on D.C.'s rich cultural, social, and architectural heritage.