Great American memorials

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Badge of valor

the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
2000
Describes the planning and creation of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial and profiles some of those police officers who gave their lives in the line of duty.

The Washington Monument

a beacon for America
2002
Chronicles the history of the monument that honors our first president, discussing its design, financing, long period of construction, controversies, completion, dedication, and symbolism.

Remembering Korea

the Korean War Veterans Memorial
2001
Describes and presents color photos of the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington D.C., chronicling the creation of the monument and the events of the war itself.

No better hope

what the Lincoln Memorial means to America
2001
Explains how and why the Lincoln Memorial was created and shows how it symbolizes national unity and greatness.
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