Lesson 4D:  Compiling Information
Name: Josh Cook
Topic:  Washington Monument

index.html – The Washington Monument is located in Washington D.C., and was built in honor of our first president, George Washington. It is a huge tower centered in front of a large pool of water, and can be recognized as the tallest building in Washington. You can see it in many pictures and movies throughout history. The monument is currently closed due to damage from the 2011 earthquake, but plans are to reopen in 2014. Even if it had not been damaged, it would not be open today because of the government shutdown.
                       Many tourists flock to D.C. to visit the massive historic monument and pay tribute to George Washington, our first president. All of the flags from all states of the U.S. surround the magnificent monument in tribute. 

	
history.html – Work on the massive 555 foot tall building began in 1848 after enough funds had finally been raised to build it, but it had been planned  65 years prior . Much thought and planning went into how to honor George Washington, and a contest was even held to decide what structure to build. Although, dues to loss of funding, the building was stalled in 1854, and did not pick back up until 1876.            
                          You are actually able to see a difference in color when looking at the Monument due to the stalling of construction. Finally though, in 1884 the building was completed.  It has always been a protected area as it was designated a tribute to George Washington. The Washington Monument has stairs and a elevator in it to allow tourists to the top for a breathtaking view. It has become one of the most prominent structures in Washington and a major tourist attraction.

	
todo.html – Tourist's have the amazing opportunity to go to the top of the Washington Monument since there is both a stairwell and a elevator on the interior. The top of the Monument has views of the Lincoln Memorial, the Capital Building, and the White House. You could also look out over the relaxing water in front of the Washington Monument, and up at the Monument itself with all 50 state flags streaming above. Lastly, at night, the monument is illuminated by lights and can be seen for miles around. It is a beautiful sight to see. I hope to see this amazing example of our remembrance of President Washington myself one day.