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Book Synopsis Washington's Monument by : John Steele Gordon
Download or read book Washington's Monument written by John Steele Gordon and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2016-02-02 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The colorful story behind one of America's greatest monuments and of the ancient obelisks of Egypt, now scattered around the world. Conceived soon after the American Revolution ended, the great monument to George Washington was not finally completed until almost a century later; the great obelisk was finished in 1884, and remains the tallest stone structure in the world at 555 feet. The story behind its construction is a largely untold and intriguing piece of American history, which acclaimed historian John Steele Gordon relates with verve, connecting it to the colorful saga of the ancient obelisks of Egypt. Nobody knows how many obelisks were crafted in ancient Egypt, or even exactly how they were created and erected since they are made out of hard granite and few known tools of the time were strong enough to work granite. Generally placed in pairs at the entrances to temples, they have in modern times been ingeniously transported around the world to Istanbul, Paris, London, New York, and many other locations. Their stories illuminate that of the Washington Monument, once again open to the public following earthquake damage, and offer a new appreciation for perhaps the most iconic memorial in the country.
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Kirsten Chang
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Kirsten Chang and published by Blastoff! Readers. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces the Washington Monument to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--
Download or read book Monument Wars written by Kirk Savage and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2011-07-11 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Traces the history of the National Mall in Washington, D.C., discussing its plan and structures, and considering how the concept of memorials and memorial space has changed since the nineteenth century.
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : FREDERIC. GILMORE
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by FREDERIC. GILMORE and published by Stride. This book was released on 2024-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the history of the Washington Monument, how it was built, and what it represents. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Susan Ashley
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Susan Ashley and published by Gareth Stevens. This book was released on 2003-12 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The tallest structure in Washington, D.C., the Washington Monument occupies an important place in U.S. history. The Washington Monument helps readers learn about the reasons for building the monument, its ancient design, and its location on the National Mall. Book jacket.
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Kristin L. Nelson
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Kristin L. Nelson and published by Lerner Publications. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you know how long it took to build the Washington Monument? It took 36 years! Visitors have loved to look out from the top of this tall building ever since it was finished. But who planned the Washington Monument? And what troubles did workers building it face? Read this book to find out. Learn about many remarkable sites in the Famous Places series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With high-energy designs, exciting photos, and fun text, Lightning Bolt Books™ bring nonfiction topics to life.
Book Synopsis The Dedication of the Washington National Monument by : United States. Commission for Dedication of Washington Monument
Download or read book The Dedication of the Washington National Monument written by United States. Commission for Dedication of Washington Monument and published by . This book was released on 1885 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Robert David Murray
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Robert David Murray and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2014-11-01 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Washington Monument is the tallest and most famous tribute to our nation's capitol. But do you know the real history behind the monument? Historic, primary source photos and explorative infographics help kids learn even more about this famous structure.
Download or read book Washington Monument written by and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 1 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Craig A. Doherty
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Craig A. Doherty and published by Blackbirch Press, Incorporated. This book was released on 1995 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The story of one of the famous landmarks located in Washington, D.C.
Book Synopsis History of the Washington National Monument by : Frederick L. Harvey
Download or read book History of the Washington National Monument written by Frederick L. Harvey and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-07-31 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: History of the Washington National Monument by Frederick L. Harvey
Book Synopsis Capital Mysteries #8: Mystery at the Washington Monument by : Ron Roy
Download or read book Capital Mysteries #8: Mystery at the Washington Monument written by Ron Roy and published by Random House Books for Young Readers. This book was released on 2009-07-16 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From popular A to Z Mysteries author Ron Roy comes a red, white, and blue mystery perfect for the election season! In the eighth book of the Capital Mysteries—an early chapter book mystery series featuring fun facts and famous sites from Washington, D.C.—it's summertime, and KC and Marshall are camping out on the White House lawn. But late at night, they spot mysterious lights flickering at the top of the Washington Monument. When they go to check it out, they find something even stranger - peanut shells, a broken stone, and a monkey. One thing is sure, this is KC and Marshall's weirdest mystery yet! Each book highlights one of the famous museums, buildings, or monuments from the Washington area and includes a map and a two-page fun fact spread with photographs. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries!
Book Synopsis Here, George Washington Was Born by : Seth C. Bruggeman
Download or read book Here, George Washington Was Born written by Seth C. Bruggeman and published by University of Georgia Press. This book was released on 2011-08-15 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Here, George Washington Was Born, Seth C. Bruggeman examines the history of commemoration in the United States by focusing on the George Washington Birthplace National Monument in Virginia's Northern Neck, where contests of public memory have unfolded with particular vigor for nearly eighty years. Washington left the birthplace with his family at a young age and rarely returned. The house burned in 1779 and would likely have passed from memory but for George Washington Parke Custis, who erected a stone marker on the site in 1815, creating the first birthplace monument in America. Both Virginia and the U.S. War Department later commemorated the site, but neither matched the work of a Virginia ladies association that in 1923 resolved to build a replica of the home. The National Park Service permitted construction of the "replica house" until a shocking archeological discovery sparked protracted battles between the two organizations over the building's appearance, purpose, and claims to historical authenticity. Bruggeman sifts through years of correspondence, superintendent logs, and other park records to reconstruct delicate negotiations of power among a host of often unexpected claimants on Washington's memory. By paying close attention to costumes, furnishings, and other material culture, he reveals the centrality of race and gender in the construction of Washington's public memory and reminds us that national parks have not always welcomed all Americans. What's more, Bruggeman offers the story of Washington's birthplace as a cautionary tale about the perils and possibilities of public history by asking why we care about famous birthplaces at all.
Book Synopsis The Washington Monument by : Julia Schaffer
Download or read book The Washington Monument written by Julia Schaffer and published by Infobase Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shortly after George Washington's death in 1799, Congress recognized the need for a presidential monument in his honor. However, progress did not begin on the structure until 1832. The Washington Monument traces the construction of the monument from its design by Robert Mills to halts in construction due to lack of funds and the Civil War to its dedication in 1885. Today, the world's largest obelisk stands as an eternal reminder of the accomplishments of the nation's first president.
Book Synopsis The Flying Cat and Other Amazing Stories of the Washington Monument (Second Edition) by : Jim Berard
Download or read book The Flying Cat and Other Amazing Stories of the Washington Monument (Second Edition) written by Jim Berard and published by . This book was released on 2006-06-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history and lore of the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C.
Book Synopsis Washington Monument by : Hal Marcovitz
Download or read book Washington Monument written by Hal Marcovitz and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-11-17 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: George Washington played a vital role in the founding of the United States. He was commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, presided over the convention that drafted the U.S. Constitution, and served as the first president. To honor Washington for his contributions, in the 1840s construction began on a monument in his honor—a stone obelisk that rises more than 550 feet in the sky above the capital. It took nearly 40 years before the monument was completed. Each year, millions of people visit the Washington Monument, which represents the achievements of George Washington, and the gratitude that Americans feel toward the "Father of our Country."
Book Synopsis History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society by : Frederick L. Harvey
Download or read book History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society written by Frederick L. Harvey and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2020-03-16 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "History of the Washington National Monument and of the Washington National Monument Society" by Frederick L. Harvey is a meticulously detailed account that delves into the rich history and significance of the Washington National Monument. Harvey's exhaustive research and comprehensive narrative provide a fascinating glimpse into the monument's creation, the challenges faced by the Washington National Monument Society, and the symbolic importance it holds as a national landmark. This book serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the monument's architectural and historical context, making it a valuable addition to the collection of scholars, history enthusiasts, and individuals passionate about American heritage.
