49 years, construction began in 1848. (Washington died in 1799)
Construction on the Washington Monument began 48 years after George Washington's death. President Washington died on Saturday, December 14, 1799, and the cornerstone for the Washington Monument was laid on Tuesday, July 4, 1848.
Excavation for the foundation of the Monument began in early 1848
Early in 1848 construction began on the Washington Monument. The cornerstone was laid as part of July 4th ceremonies that year.
Construction of the Washington Monument did not begin until 1848. From 1854 to 1876, the monument was only 1/3 complete, having a height of about 152 feet (46 meters). The marble used to complete the monument's exterior is slightly darker above this point.
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