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The Washington Monument always has served as a symbol. It was built to honor the first President of the United States of America, George Washington, who is known as the "Father of the United States" because of his military and political achievements.
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How many years it took to build the Washington monument?
25 years they want to build the Washington monument
What is the difference between mount Rushmore and Washington monument?
Different places - Rushmore, South Dakota - Washington Monument, Washington D.C.Different costs to build - Rushmore $989,992.32 - Washington Monument $1,187,710
How many people helped to build the Washington monument?
2
What were the materials that they used to build the Washington monument?
metamorphic rock
What is the tower that honors the father of our country?
The Washington Monument honours George Washington.
What is the source for how much it cost to build the Washington monument?
National Park Service
What monument in Washington DC is the tallest?
Washington monument
Why did they give the name Washington Monument to the monument?
Because it is a monument to George Washington.
What is the only day of the year that the Washington Monument is closed to the public?
The Washington Monument is actually closed to the public on two days of the year: July 4 (Independence Day) and December 25 (Christmas Day).
Why did the Washington Monument's builders ask states to donate stones?
The Washington National Monument Society asked states to donate stones as a cost-cutting policy to reduce the amount of stones needed to build the Washington Monument. The donated stones were to be fitted into interior walls.
What marble and granite monument standing 555 feet tall was completed on this day in 1884?
Washington monument
Is there a Washington monument in the state of Washington?
The Washington Monument is in Washington D.C.
