What is inscribed at the top of the Washington Monument?

Answer 1

Well, honey, at the tippy-top of the Washington Monument, you'll find the Latin phrase "Laus Deo," which translates to "Praise be to God." So, next time you're craning your neck to read it, just remember to give a little nod to the big guy upstairs.

Answer 2

At the top of the Washington Monument, there is an aluminum capstone which is inscribed with the Latin phrase "Laus Deo," meaning "Praise be to God." This phrase was chosen by the monument's architect, Robert Mills, as a tribute to the role of faith in George Washington's life and in the founding of the United States. The capstone was placed on December 6, 1884, completing the construction of the monument.

Answer 3

Oh, dude, at the tippy top of the Washington Monument, you'll find the Latin phrase "Laus Deo," which means "Praise be to God." It's like a little shoutout to the big guy upstairs, you know, just in case he's checking out the view from up there. So, next time you're in D.C., take a moment to appreciate the monument and its fancy inscription!

Answer 4

On the east facing side of the Washington Monument is says "Laus deo" meaning "Praise be to God."

The west side reads: "Corner Stone laid on bed of foundation, July 4, 1848. First stone at height of 152 feet laid August 7, 1880. Capstone set December 6, 1884.

The north side reads: "Joint commission at setting of capstone. Chester A. Arthur. W.W. Corcoran, Chairman. M.E. Bell. Edward Clark. John Newton. Act of August 2, 1876."

The south side reads: "Chief engineer and architect, Thos. Lincoln Casey, Colonel, Corps of Engineers. Assistants: George W. Davis, Captain, 14th Infantry. Bernard R. Green, Civil Engineer. Master Mechanic: P.H. McLaughlin."

Answer 5

The US, Washington DC....

Answer 6

Praise be to God