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Rick at the Washington Monument
Among his fellow countrymen, George Washington presented an impressive appearance, was a powerful influence, and yet had a simplistic elegance to his manner. Towering just over 555 feet and weighing over 90,000 tons, the monument reflects these characteristics in its design. It presents an impressive appearance from a distance, asserts a powerful influence on the National Mall, and has a simplistic elegance in its architecture. Just as Washington's tall frame stood above his fellow patriots, the monument towers above the skyline like a mighty watchman.
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