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U.S. Capitol Police End of Watch Tree
Text of the Plaque
U.S. Capitol Grounds
Memorial Tree
Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'
(Valley Forge American Elm)
To Honor the Service and Sacrifice of
Officer Jacob J. Chestnut and Detective John M. Gibson
of the U.S. Capitol Police
End of Watch July 24, 1998
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Stone preservation is a top priority for the Architect of the Capitol as nearly every building is enveloped in stone and all have problems.