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A View of the Washington Monument from Within the Lincoln Memorial in 1922

Take a look at this photograph from 1922 of the Washington Monument from within the newly opened Lincoln Memorial. Learn more about the dedication ceremony attended by Lincoln's son.
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"Auto wreck. December 31, 1923." Continuing this week's theme of vehicular mishaps on (and off) the roads of Washington, D.C. On New Year's Eve, this car was in the drink. See the comments for details about this fatal accident in the Tidal Basin. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
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View of Washington Monument (1922)
View of Washington Monument (May 5th, 1922)

Here is a nice photograph from 1922. You’re looking at the Washington Monument from within the Lincoln Memorial, which has just opened. The memorial has not yet been formally dedicated — a ceremony attended by Lincoln’s son.

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