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What surrounds the bottom of the Washington monument?
flags
What else is at the base of the Washington monument?
The base of the Washington Monument is encircled by flags and lights. The 56 flags represent the 40 states, the national capital of Washington D.C., and the 5 territories owned by the United States of America.
What did Robert mills' design of the Washington monument call for?
neoclassical flags
When were flags added to the Washington Monument's exterior?
The practice of displaying flags around the Washington Monument dates back to Monday, February 23, 1920, when flags were flown from temporary wooden flag poles to celebrate George Washington's birthday. In 1938, aluminum flag poles permanently were installed.
How many flags are around the Washington monument?
There are 50 flags; one to represent each of the 50 states. There are actually 56 six flags one for each state and six for the 6 territories of the USA. There are 56 flags one for each state, one for DC and 5 for the 5 territories of the US.
Why were there no flags flying at the Washington monument on New Year's Day?
New Year's Day is a federal holiday.
Why are there 50 flags surrounding the Washington Monument?
The 50 flags you are referring to represent the 50 states. There are also 6 other ones that represent the US territories.
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.
Is there a Washington monument in the state of Washington?
The Washington Monument is in Washington D.C.
What Washington monument was made for George Washington?
The Washington Monument.
What does the Washington monument have inside?
in washington monument there is a statue of washington hiself
