Moosey-Moose Goes to Washington, DC–Day #3

Today I am visiting monuments and memorials. First is the Washington Monument.

This monument looks like a really huge pencil!

”The Washington Monument is the most prominent structure in Washington, D.C. and one of the city's early attractions. It was built in honor of George Washington, who led the country to independence and then became its first President. The Monument is shaped like an Egyptian obelisk, stands 555' 5 1/8" tall, and offers views in excess of thirty miles. It was finished on December 6, 1884.”

Here is the link to learn more about it.

http://www.nps.gov

Be sure to look at the link for kids.

 

Next, I went to the Lincoln Memorial.It’s really huge. I had to walk up A LOT of stairs to get to the base of the memorial. Whew! I’m tired.

“In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever." Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States-the Great Emancipator and preserver of the nation during the Civil War-sits immortalized in marble. As an enduring symbol of freedom, the Lincoln Memorial attracts anyone who seeks inspiration and hope.”

Here is the link to read more:  http://www.nps.gov/nr/travel/wash/dc71.htm

 

 

 

There is also a Jefferson Memorial but I didn’t get to visit that one. But here is a picture of what it looks like:

I really like this one. It looks like part observatory and part Roman building.

Here is a link if you want to learn more:

http://www.nps.gov/thje/index.htm

 

 

This is the National World War II Memorial.

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Fifty-six granite columns, split between two half-circles framing the rebuilt Rainbow Pool with its celebratory fountains, symbolize the unprecedented wartime unity among the forty-eight states, seven federal territories, and the District of Columbia. Bronze ropes tie the columns together, while bronze oak and wheat wreathes respectively represent the nation’s industrial and agricultural strengths. Two 43-foot tall pavilions proclaim American victory on the Atlantic and Pacific fronts—on land, at sea, and in the air. Several hidden treasures appear as well, such as the famous “Kilroy was here” graffiti familiar to every veteran of the Second World War.here is a wreath for every state in the United States.”

 

This is a fountain at the World War II Memorial with the Washington Monument and our country’s flag in the background. Super Cool!

 

Here is the link so you can learn more:

http://www.nps.gov/nwwm/index.htm

 

 

I hope you are having fun traveling with me in our nation’s capital city. Next, I’m going to the Library of Congress and the Capitol Building! Come along for the adventure!

Your Travel Buddy,

Moosey-Moose