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The ancient Egyptians built obelisks as symbols, or perhaps even residences, of their sun deity, Ra. Since that time, obelisks have symbolized power and authority, particularly to the ancient Romans -- hence, there are now more obelisks in the city of Rome than in all of Egypt.
Americans in the early 1800s thus decided that an obelisk tower would be an appropriate way to memorialize George Washington -- and idea he, most likely, would have found appalling.
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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 Washington monument was made for George Washington?
The Washington Monument.
Is there a Washington monument in the state of Washington?
The Washington Monument is in Washington D.C.
Which is the highest building in Washington monument?
Washington's Monument
Why is the saying on the Washington Monument there?
WHY IS THE SAYING ON THE WASHINGTON MONUMENT THEIR?
What is the Washington monument used for?
The Washington monument has no function. It is a monument to the first president of the United States.
What does the Washington monument have inside?
in washington monument there is a statue of washington hiself
What is the monument in Washington that is 555-foot tall?
The Washington Monument.
Who made the Washington monument?
The architects of the Washington Monument is unknown.
When was the Washington monument created?
the washington monument was made in 1886
Is the Washington monument a monument?
Yes - it is an obelisk
