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The Jefferson Memorial is located on the National Mall, which is pictured here.The mall also features theWashington Monument, the Lincoln Memorial, and many other monu- ments to important people and events in American history. The Jefferson Memorial is near the upper left in the photo.

A Fitting Tribute

I magine what it would have been like to stroll through Washington, D.C. on a warm spring after- noon in the late 1920s. As you walk through the city you see the Washington Monument, a towering obelisk that stands as a symbol of our nation’s independence. You stand in awe in front of the newly finished Lincoln Memorial , a symbol of unity and justice. You wander past the White House and the Capitol buildings, where laws and beliefs of this country are upheld. And although you are impressed and inspired by what you have seen, there is a feeling that something very important is missing. Another memorial, perhaps a memorial that would honor a man who stood for freedom, equality, and growth, would put the perfect finishing touch on the area.

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