Historical Stops In Washington D.C.!!!
Washington D.C. was established as the United States Capital on July 16, 1790. Today is serves as a centerpiece for the history of the American states. In May I had the opportunity to visit this amazing city on another post it note trip. If you are looking for three amazing stops to check out that offer a fascinating history about the United States then add these to the lists.
The Library of Congress was established in 1832 as a place to hold important articles that the government could turn to in establishing the America's. After the original Library was burnt during the War of 1812 Thomas Jefferson sold his personal collection to Congress to help establish the importance of not only United States history but world history. Today you can tour this impressive building that offers a architecture that is quite amazing. The Thomas Jefferson collection is on display along with The Gutenberg Bible and other incredible artifacts. The library is free to attend and is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm with the exception of Thursday until 8:00 pm.
Thomas Jefferson is a founding father of the United States. He was a visionary that saw the young country was heading something that would offer freedom to so many. He was the author of the The Declaration of Independence and saw civil freedom as a must in the New World. Today his memory can be found at the Jefferson Memorial that is located just east of The National Mall. The memorial is absolutely amazing and there is statue of Thomas Jefferson located in the center of it along with his writings. There are beautiful views of the Potomac from the memorial and it is free to check out any time of day.
In 1941, the United States would be attacked at Pearl Harbor by Japan. The American people would join in the military effort and for four years they would face a juggernaut of the militaries of Japan, Germany, and Italy. Nearly 405,000 individuals would lose their life or would go missing. Today the memory of those who served called the "Greatest Generation" can be remembered at the World War Two Memorial. The Pillars around the memorial represent the fifty states and territories for those who served along with a reflection pool and fountain in the center. It is a moving memorial for all who served during WWII.
These three stops are part of the eras of the Americas from Revolutionary to World War Two. They are free to the public and all within walking distance. Add these three stops when visiting Washington D.C. #ridingwithkurt #postit #washingtondc
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