national monuments

A biography of the sculptor who devoted the last fourteen years of his life to the carving of the four presidents' heads on the face of Mount Rushmore.

Describes the design and significance of the memorial built in Washington, D.C., to honor the American soldiers who served in Vietnam.

Surveys the history of the Vietnam War, chronicles the construction of the the Vietnam Memorial, and discusses what the Memorial means to many Americans.

Relates how the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, known as "The Shrine of Democracy," was conceived, designed, and created.

Examines the lives of some of the people involved in building the Statue of Liberty and bringing it to the U.S., and discusses the significance of the statue in U.S. history. Includes photographs and engravings, a glossary, listings of important dates and people, and an index.

Gives the history of the first one hundred years of the statue standing as an international symbol of freedom.

An introduction to the purpose, structure, and history of the Washington Monument.

Provides a detailed history of the planning and construction of the national monument honoring Abraham Lincoln.

Chronicles the making of Mt. Rushmore from its first planning to being a present-day tourist landmark.

Chronicles the construction of the Washington Monument from its initial planning in 1833 to its renovation in 1994.