buildings, structures, etc

Recounts the history of one of the largest monuments in the world, including how it was executed in France, shipped to America, and erected in New York Harbor.

Discusses some of the changes and the events occurring over two centuries in the building that represents the power and majesty of the presidency.

Briefly discusses Lincoln's role in American history and describes the planning and building of the monument dedicated to his memory in 1922.

Describes the building of the Pantheon, discussing the role of the Roman emperor Hadrian and the significance of the Pantheon in the fields of history and architecture.

Reprints a collection of letters left at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Includes the stories of those who wrote the letters.

Discusses the history, design, and construction of New York City's Empire State Building.

Discusses all the planning and efforts that went into the construction of one of the most famous symbols of the United States, the Statue of Liberty.

Provides a history of Washington, D.C., focusing on the National Mall, its monuments and surrounding buildings.

Describes the planning and building of what was once the world's tallest building and examines how it fit into the growth of New York City.