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Posted In June 17, 2013

Capitol Dome under construction in 1860
Exploring the History of the Capitol Dome: A Rare Photograph from Around 1860
Explore a rare historical photograph of the Capitol Dome under construction in 1860. Learn more about the history of the Capitol Dome and see the unique photo today!
Lincoln Memorial under construction
Exploring the History of the Lincoln Memorial: A Look at an Old Photograph from the Days of Construction
This past weekend I took a trip down to the Lincoln Memorial for the first time in a while and I thought it was appropriate to look back at a photograph of the memorial when it was being built. Take a look at this old photograph and explore the history of the Lincoln Memorial.
John Russell Pope's Competition Proposal for a Pyramid with Porticoes Style Monument to Abraham Lincoln, 1912
Unbuilt Wonders: The 1912 Alternative Designs for the Lincoln Memorial
Explore the fascinating alternate designs for the Lincoln Memorial from 1912, never built but unearthed from the National Archives. Discover John Russell Pope's imaginative proposals including a pyramid with porticoes, showcased in a series of intriguing images.

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