A Look Back at the Jefferson Memorial in 1940 Before World War II

Take a look back in time to 1940 and see the Jefferson Memorial before World War II. Check out these amazing photos from the National Park Service!

This great photo shows the Jefferson Memorial back in 1940, before World War II.

November 1, 1940: Thomas Jefferson Memorial Superstructure. Tidal Basin, Washington, DC. Direction: Central view of southeast face
November 1, 1940: Thomas Jefferson Memorial Superstructure. Tidal Basin, Washington, DC. Direction: Central view of southeast face

Source: National Park Service

Here’s another cool one we dug up.

Jefferson Memorial
Jefferson Memorial

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