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Today in History: Lincoln Memorial Unveiled in Washington, D.C.

5/30/2025

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On May 30, 1922, the Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Washington, D.C., honoring Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. Designed by architect Henry Bacon, the memorial features a colossal statue of Lincoln by sculptor Daniel Chester French. It has since become a significant symbol for civil rights and a major tourist attraction.

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On May 30, 1922, the Lincoln Memorial was dedicated in Washington, D.C., honoring Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States. Designed by architect Henry Bacon, the memorial features a colossal statue of Lincoln by sculptor Daniel Chester French. It has since become a significant symbol for civil rights and a major tourist attraction.