national monuments

Full-color, illustrated photographs that describe fifty inscribed monuments from across America that pays tribute to events and people throughout the nation's history, including the Lincoln Memorial, World War II, Korean, and Vietnam memorials, the Murrah Federal Building display in Oklahoma City, and September 11 memorials.

Describes historic places in the United States associated with Native American history and culture, including Little Big Horn Battlefield, Alcatraz Island, and Nez Perce National Historic Park.

A description of the history and characteristics of the national monument known as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, which was established after World War I to honor an unidentified soldier from each war.

A guide to the natural history, cultural history and sights of interest in the national parks and monuments of the Southwest.

Describes the planning and creation of the Women in Military Service for America Memorial, profiles some of the servicewomen involved, and presents a general history of women in military service.

Chronicles the history of the monument that honors our first president, discussing its design, financing, long period of construction, controversies, completion, dedication, and symbolism.

Uses easy-to-read text to introduce the Statue of Liberty as an American symbol of freedom.

Describes how the French sculptor Fr?d?ric Auguste Bartholdi realized his dream of building the giant Statue of Liberty.

Recounts the planning, building, and transporting of the gigantic statue that was France's gift to the United States.