The Memorials in Washington D.C

#District of Columbia World War Memorial
Following Congressional authorization in 1924, Washington Evening Star President Frank B. Noyes led the District of Columbia World War Memorial Commussion to collect donations from District residents, school children, veterans groups, labor unions, and government officials. Designed by local architects Fredrick H. Brooke, Nathan C. Wyeth, and Horace W. Peaslee and constructed by Washington's John Barid Company, this simple, dignified Doric temple testifies to the city's sacrifice. "We gather here today to dedicate a new shrine to those residents of the District of Columbia who served in the World War. This temple will recall for all time their services and sacrifices."-Preseident Hebert C. Hoover

#The Thomas Jefferson Memorial

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is under construction when I get there. It is one of the most famous president memorial as a beatiful memorial. Thomas Jefferson is the third president of the United States and an American Founding father. The memorial was bulit in 1943 by Tyler Nichols. As you see from this picture, the Thomas Jefferson Memorial is created next to the Potomac River. I'll absoultely go to see the national cherry blossom festival at the Thomas Jefferson Memorial.

# The Washington Monument
The Washington Monument is located near the National Mall. The Washington Monument was established in 1884. It was built to honor the first President George Washington. The monument is consist of marble. It is the tallest monument in the world. It stands 555 feet 5 1/8 inches. Robert Mills designed the Washington Monument. I can feel pride to the American people from the Washington Monument.

# The Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial was built to commemorate the 16th president of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. It is also located on the National Mall. Constuction of the Lincoln Memorial ended in 1922. Henry Bacon designed the sculpture. Piccirilli Brother carved the statue of Abraham Lincoln. It is about 19 feet tall. "IN THIS TEMPLE AS IN THE HEART OF THE PEOPLE FOR WHOM HE SAVED THE UNION THE MEMORY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN IS ENSHRINED FOREVER."

-CL