Includes bibliographical references (page 32) and index.
Contents
The Washington Monument -- A monument for the people -- Visitors to the monument -- Outside the monument -- Inside the monument -- George Washington -- An idea is born -- Work begins -- Work stops -- New life for the monument -- Work begins aga in -- A finishing touch -- As good as new -- Washington Monument fact file.
Summary
Describes the planning and creation of the Washington Monument and discusses its significance as an American symbol.