American Symbols:
The Jefferson Memorial
| What is this symbol? The Jefferson Memorial is a building with a statue of Thomas Jefferson inside it. |
Where is it located?
The Jefferson Memorial is located in Washington D.C.
What does it symbolize or represent?
The Jefferson Memorial symbolizes one of the founding fathers of the United States.
Facts about this symbol: 1. Thomas Jefferson was one of the writers of the Declaration of Independence. 2. Many Americans wanted to remember and honor him. They decided to build a memorial to honor him. 3. Thomas Jefferson liked Roman architecture. They decided to make a building like Jefferson's home called Monticello. 4. The Jefferson Memorial was dedicated on April 13, 1943. It was the 200th anniversary of Jefferson's birth. 5. Inside of the memorial is a bronze statue of Jefferson. |
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Statue of Thomas Jefferson inside the Jefferson Memorial. |
Did you know?
Jefferson's statue is 19 feet tall.
It weighs 10,000 pounds.