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Can I read The Washington Monument (Symbols of American Freedom) on EtoBox?
The Washington Monument (Symbols of American Freedom) by Julia Schaffer; Series Consultant: Jerry D. Thompson, Regents Professor of History, Texas A&M Intern is a children's nonfiction book available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Washington Monument (Symbols of American Freedom) about?
<p>Shortly after George Washington's death in 1799, Congress recognized the need for a presidential monument in his honor. However, progress did not begin on the structure until 1832. The Washington Monument traces the construction of the monument from its design by Robert Mills to halts in construction due to lack of funds and the Civil War to its dedication in 1885. Today, the world's largest obelisk stands as an eternal reminder of the accomplishments of the nation's first president.
Who reads The Washington Monument (Symbols of American Freedom)?
It is typically read by young readers, and the parents and educators who guide them.
Common subject areas: juvenile, young adult.
- Author
- Julia Schaffer; Series Consultant: Jerry D. Thompson, Regents Professor of History, Texas A&M Intern
- Publisher
- Facts On File, Incorporated
- Published
- 2010
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781438129044
- Category
- children's nonfiction
- Subjects
- History, Biography, Literary Fiction
- Updated
- 2026-03-25
Other editions & translations
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