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Its cornerstone was laid on July 4, 1848; the capstone was set on December 6, 1884, and the completed monument was dedicated on February 21, 1885. It officially opened October 9, 1888.
The cornerstone was laid for the monument in 1848 but there were many delays in its building completion - one being the Civil War. The monument was completed in 1888, opening to the public for the first time on October 9, 1888.
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Why Washington monument was built?
The Washington Monument was built to commemorate George Washington for his leadership in the Revolutionary War.
Who inspired them to built the Washington monument?
Gorge Washington!
Why is the Washington monument?
It was built in honor of George Washington.
When was monument construction started?
the Washington monument started to be built in1922
How was the Washington monument made?
the Washington monument was made (built) by hundreds of people and it took several years
How many people built the washington monument?
how many people were in the constuction of the Washington monument
Where was the Jefferson Monument built?
In Washington DC
Who was the Washington monument originally built for?
Something to look at.
What year did the Washington monument built and finished?
1885
What was the obelisk built to honor your first president?
The Washington Monument in Washington D.C.
How much concrete is in the Washington Monument?
None. The monument is built with mostly Bluestone inside the monument and Marble as the outside facing.
When was construction started?
the Washington monument started to be built in1922
