the george washington equestrian monument
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the george washington equestrian monument |
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| Following President George Washington's death in 1799, the Virginia General Assembly wanted to build a suitable monument and have his remains interred on the Capitol grounds. In 1849, after years of debate and fundraising, a resolution was passed and a commission was appointed. On February 22, 1850, in the presence of President Zachary Taylor, former President John Tyler, and many other dignitar |
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