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21st February 1885: the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. was dedicated

21st February 2021
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The 555-foot tall Washington Monument was dedicated at a ceremony featuring President Chester Arthur alongside fellow politicians, engineers and freemasons.

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21st February 1885: the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C. was dedicated

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